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Gauge Lab Technician


Job Location:

Lafayette, IN - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 24
Posted: 21 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary

Validates the conformity of cut parts or ready to be shipped parts relative to customer requirements. Includes verifying against standards specifications condition of supply and internal documentation.

Job Description

Shift: Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm


Key Accountabilities:

This position is responsible for checking adjusting calibrating certification and repair of precision measuring instruments. Laps adjusts and repairs gages to restore accuracy. Close involvement with the certification of Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Super Micrometers surface plates and allied equipment. Makes repairs and/or arranges for the repairs with outside suppliers. Closely involved with the ISO9001 process and the Corporate Gage System to maintain accurate records. When the incumbent is deemed to be fully qualified he/she will be empowered to train new or fellow employees on the technical aspects of this position.


The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements.


This position has been identified as safety sensitive by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal state and local laws.


Qualifications:


This position requires hand-on experience with gage checking repair and certification. CNC machining background ability to interpret part features to gage readings and gage readings to gage features. Knowledge and use of surface plate layout and the ability to perform trigonometric calculations to determine dimensions that are not called out on the print. Certification requires precision measurement in Metric and English standards. Repair and troubleshooting require mechanical aptitude and ability. Good communication skills are essential to performing this job function. Above average keyboard skills and knowledge of Caterpillar computer systems (GageIt and other PC software) will be very helpful. The incumbent must be able to work in a team environment receptive to change and have good organizational skills.

Job Compensation

$24.27/hour $1.35/hour shift differential

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions such as:

  • Medical Dental Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Voluntary Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

Benefits may vary based on job country union role and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

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Required Experience:

IC