CNC Machinist Technician – 2nd Shift (Sign-On $2.5k)

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) matching

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Overtime incentives

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking an AWS-Level 4 CNC Machinist Technician for the Lafayette facility. The role covers 7pm–7am with two shift options, offering $30.28/hour with a 6% shift differential and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and relocation incentives for eligible candidates. Candidates should have 2+ years in manufacturing with multi-axis CNC experience, and be able to program with Fanuc or Siemens controllers, read blueprints,

Qualifications

• Two or more years of manufacturing experience with multi-axis CNC machining.
• Ability to program CNC machines with Fanuc, Siemens or other controllers.
• Strong knowledge of machining principles, SPC, tolerances and CMM data.
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and work in lean environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and NC machines, move materials, and ensure quality and housekeeping.
• Interpret CNC programs and diagrams, adjust offsets as required, monitor tool life.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and program issues; work overtime as needed.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals and maintain schedule.
• Maintain accurate records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC Machining

Fanuc/Siemens controllers

Blueprint reading

CMM data interpretation

Lean manufacturing

Tools

Gantry/NC setup

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking an AWS-Level 4 CNC Machinist Technician for the Lafayette facility. The role covers 7pm–7am with two shift options, offering $30.28/hour with a 6% shift differential and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and relocation incentives for eligible candidates. Candidates should have 2+ years in manufacturing with multi-axis CNC experience, and be able to program with Fanuc or Siemens controllers, read blueprints,