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.

Machine Shop Rework Welder – 3rd Shift

$2500 Sign On Bonus $29.40/hour pay + 6% Shift Differential

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k available day one.

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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!

Job Description:

Responsible for the rework of all machine shop production material.  May also be asked to perform rework on a variety of purchased finished material.  Candidate will be required to weld cast iron and steel certified.  Will be required to become level 1 magnaflux certified.  Must be able to interpret information on blueprints, JIS’s, and CMM data.  Will be required to understand NCM system and generate NCM tags.
 

Additional Information:

• The successful candidate will start as a Level 4 technician.
• Must pass a Weld Test in order to win position.
• One of the requirements within 6409 rework is stick welding of cast iron (Lafayette Weld Operation Procedure #23). 
• The successful candidate will have 52 weeks (starting from date arriving in 6409 Rework) to pass a cast iron weld test. 
• Failure to complete this requirement will result in removal from 6409 rework. 

Basic Qualifications:

• 2 years experience in production machining, or production welding.
• Strong machining background with experience in boring, milling, drilling, taping and reaming.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems dealing with machine, tooling, and program malfunctions.
• Manage time and work well with those on all shifts, including support personnel.
• Work necessary overtime.
• Candidate will be required to stay in the section for 2 years with the exception of 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)

• Will train on (1st shift 7:30am-3:30pm)

• 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

• 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.

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.

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Summary Pay Range:

$29.40 - $37.40

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

Posting Dates:

February 10, 2026 - February 17, 2026

Any 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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