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Heat Treat Technician - 3rd Shift

$29.40/hour starting pay + 6% Shift Differential

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

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This position description is for Level 4 Heat Treat technician within the Large Power Systems Division located in our Lafayette, IN facility. Candidates must have a strong background with experience in Heat Treat and Metallurgy.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for production, quality, housekeeping and other related duties associated with the operation of Heat Treat and Metallurgic equipment.
• Interpret Job Instruction Sheet, CMM data, Gageit (gage tracking) and accountable for processes by monitoring Infinity.
• At times may be required to work overtime to support the manufacturing requirements.
• Must have the ability to trouble shoot and solve problems dealing with Heat Treat equipment and solve everyday problems.
• 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: Heat Treat and Metallurgic equipment
• 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 24 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: 3rd (11:30pm-7:30am)
• Please Attach an Updated Resume
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
• 144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
• 11 Paid holidays
• Climate controlled work environment – most areas
• Clean/safe work environment

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Summary Pay Range:

Compensation 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

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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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