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Location: Lafayette Indiana
Hours: 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am (see below for detailed shift information)
36 hours 40 hours pay
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Incentives/Bonus Opportunities Matching 401k available day one.
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This position description is for AWS-Level 4 CNC Machinist within the Large Power Systems Division located in our Lafayette IN facility.
Candidates must have a strong background with experience in boring milling drilling and have knowledge of CNC programs and be able to make offset adjustments as required.
Actual shift availability varies week by week and successful candidates will be started as soon as a position becomes available on their requested shift. Please note that this could mean a sizable waiting period before starting.
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Responsible for production quality housekeeping and other related duties associated with the operation and set up of CNC and NC controlled machines transport material audit operate wash tanks and operate some manual operations.
Interpret CNC programs Job Instruction Sheet CMM data Gageit (gage tracking) and accountable for processes by monitoring Infinity.
At times may be required to work overtime to support the manufacturing requirements.
Must have the ability to trouble shoot and solve problems dealing with machine tooling and program malfunction and solve everyday problems.
Must be able to manage time and work well in a team environment.
Basic Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment: multi-axis CNC machining experience ability to program CNC machines with Fanuc Siemens or other controllers.
Strong working knowledge of machining principles; basic SPC blueprint reading; understanding of geometric tolerances; ability to interpret CMM reports; quality data; and work experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
Must pass CNC skills assessment in order to win position
Required to stay in section for 12 months except for a promotion or nights to days move
Physical Requirements:
Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace medium to heavy duty assembly technical environment.
Work may involve frequent bending stooping and kneeling twisting turning climbing and standing on concrete for 8 hours.
All positions also require the ability to lift 40 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling.
Some positions require the ability to perform tasks on a moving conveyor under time constraints
Some positions require the ability to climb ladders stairs work on platforms and work at heights
Some positions require the ability to work in confined spaces
Some positions require the ability to wear a respirator
Must be able to lift and manipulate engine components during the assembly process
Must be able to use hand and pneumatic tools as well as automatic torque equipment
Additional Information:
Location of this position is in Lafayette IN
AWS Shifts: (A) 7pm Sunday- 7am Wednesday (B) 7am Monday - 7pm Wednesday (C) 7pm Wednesday- 7am Saturday (D) 7am Thursday - 7pm Saturday
36 hours 40 hours pay
Will train on (1st shift 7:30am-3:30pm) anywhere from 3 weeks to 3 months
Please Attach an Updated Resume
Relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates
40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
11 Paid holidays
Climate controlled work environment most areas
Clean/safe work environment
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Summary Pay Range:
$29.40 - $37.40Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
December 4 2025 - January 6 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Required Experience:
IC
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