Machinist Technician Level 3 - 2nd/3rd Shifts + Sign-On

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

401(k) with match (day one)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Level 3 Machinist Technician for Lafayette, IN, offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus and $26.68/hour with a 6% shift differential. The role supports the Large Power Systems Division with 2nd and 3rd shifts and potential overtime.

Responsibilities include operating NC machines, quality control, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Strong machining knowledge and lean manufacturing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 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.
• Required to stay in section for 12 months except for a promotion or nights to days move

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production, quality, housekeeping and other related duties associated with the operations.
• Set up and operate NC machines, transport material, audit, operate wash tanks and operate some manual operations
• Interpret Job Instruction Sheet, Standard Work Documents, GageIt (gage tracking), CMM data, and accountable for processes by monitoring Infinity.
• At times may be required to work overtime to support the manufacturing requirements.
• Troubleshooting ability to solve everyday problems.
• Flexibility to float from one machine to another.
• Must be able to manage time and work well in a team environment.

Skills

Machining principles

Blueprint reading

Geometric tolerances

CMM data interpretation

Lean manufacturing

Tools

CMM

GageIt

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Level 3 Machinist Technician for Lafayette, IN, offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus and $26.68/hour with a 6% shift differential. The role supports the Large Power Systems Division with 2nd and 3rd shifts and potential overtime.

Responsibilities include operating NC machines, quality control, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Strong machining knowledge and lean manufacturing experience are essential.