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Caterpillar is hiring a Level 3 Machinist Technician- 4 Shift Options- LAFAYETTE, IN in Lafayette, IN. It is a full-time role in Engineering & Manufacturing, first listed on November 3. The advertised pay is $26.68–$33.99 an hour. The description mentions AWS. Caterpillar has 99 other openings in the US, 5 of them in Lafayette, IN.
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Caterpillar advertises $26.68 to $33.99 an hour, a midpoint of $30.34 an hour. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is higher than about 58% of the 156 engineering & mfg jobs across the US that publish an hourly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $28 an hour. At 40 hours a week all year, $30.34 an hour comes to about $63,000 before tax. Convert other hourly rates To see roughly what this leaves after federal and Indiana tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
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Caterpillar has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 20 states. Most are in software & IT (31), engineering & mfg (15) and operations (11). The biggest locations are Irving, TX (18), Mossville, IL (16) and Decatur, IL (7). None of them is fully remote, 18% are open to entry-level candidates and 99% show pay. We collect Caterpillar's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
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Career Area:
OperationsJob 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 – 4 Shift Options
$1,000 Sign On Bonus- $26.68/hour 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.
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 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:
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.
Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and be able to squat.
Must be able to stand on concrete for 8+ hours.
Additional Information:
Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
Shifts: 2nd (3:30pm-11:30pm) & 3rd (11:30pm-7:30am)
AWS (Alternative Work Schedule) Shifts: A Shift: 7pm Sunday-7am Wednesday C Shift: 7pm Wednesday-7am Saturday (36 hours=40 hours pay)
Possibility to train on a day shift anywhere from 3 weeks to 3 months
Please Attach an Updated Resume
40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
13 Days/104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - Prorated based upon start date
Additional financial incentives for overtime and attendance
11 Paid holidays
Climate controlled work environment – most areas
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.
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Summary Pay Range:
$26.68 - $33.99Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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:
November 2, 2026 - November 5, 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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