**Career Area:** Operations **Job Description:** **Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. **LEVEL 3 MACHINIST TECHNICIAN – Multiple Positions Available - 2nd & 3rd Shift** **$1,000 Sign On Bonus-** **$25.21/hour starting pay + 6% Shift Differential** **Location: Lafayette, Indiana** Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k available day one. www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account. **CATERPILLAR - BUILD WHAT MATTERS** What matters most to you? Is it being part of a strong team? Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters! This position is for a **Level 3 Machinist Technician** within the Large Power Systems Division located in our Lafayette, IN facility. Candidates must have a strong machining background with experience in boring milling, drilling and reaming. Must have knowledge of CNC programs and be able to make offset adjustments as required. Candidates will machine engine components using lathes, mills, drills, boring machines, and / or grinders. Must be able to use various gages to verify part quality. **Job** **Duties/Responsibilities** **may include, but are not limited to:** + 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. **Basic 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 **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 + Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant. + This position is a full-time position with full benefits. + **Shift: 2nd (3:30pm-11:30pm) & 3rd (11:30pm-7:30am)** + Please Attach an Updated Resume **Compensation & Benefits Offered!** + 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime + 18 Days/144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - Prorated based upon start date + 11 Paid holidays + Climate controlled work environment – most areas + 100% - 401k match up to 6% + Health, dental, vision, & life insurance effective first day of employment + Quarterly incentive program with potential for annual bonus + Clean/safe work environment **_Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process._** **\#LI** Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. **Posting Dates:** September 17, 2024 - December 17, 2024 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .