$17.94 / hr -Starting pay, and upon completion of the program, the possibility to move to a level 3 assembler at $21.98 / hr

Program begins January 2025

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k

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AMEP (Advanced Mfg. Education Program) – Candidates needed at The Large Power Systems Division located in Lafayette, IN.

In this role candidates will train to be a CAT Assembly Technician who will assemble components and perform adjustments on both diesel and natural gas engines. This role will include on the job training, coupled with a college curriculum, with our partners from Ivy Tech Community College. Graduates of the program will be given the skills necessary to function in a Caterpillar, Engine Assembly environment.  Initial placement in the program will have candidates starting in light assembly work, which may include various sub-assembly, paint prep, and light assembly type jobs.  The jobs will progressively get more complex as candidates advance through the program, placing them in positions directly associated with prime product engine assembly, testing, painting and shipping of Caterpillar product. 

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

OJT (On Job Training):

• OJT & Assembly of large diesel and natural gas engines
• Work includes the use of
  • hand tools
  • pneumatic tools
  • gauges and measuring devices
  • specialized torque equipment
  • electrical testing equipment
  • fork trucks
  • lifting devices/cranes
• The ability to manipulate engine components during the assembly process.
• The ability to learn the technical aspects of engine assembly, including troubleshooting and repair of in process engines.

College Curriculum (paid for by Caterpillar)

• Candidates will earn an interdisciplinary Industrial Workforce Certificate through Ivy Tech Community College (up to 12-months)
• Completion of 24 credit hours in the following course work
  • AUTI 111: Electrical I
  • AUTI 112: Electrical II
  • AUTI 131: Engine Performance I
  • AUTI 141: Engine Repair
  • TRCK 219: Diesel Engine Performance I
  • TRCK 244: Diesel Engine Performance II
  • COMM 104: Workplace Communications
  • IVYT 113: Student Success
• Please note: graduates of a dual credit Ivy Tech Automotive program will complete coursework in one semester

Basic Qualifications:

• Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Applications.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Flexible, self-directed individual with a strong sense of teamwork and good communication skills.
• Support of safety, quality, and production goals of the area.
• Must complete and pass CAT Basic Assembly Training
• Applicant must have a desire to work in a manufacturing environment and ability to learn and assimilate assembly and quality best practices.
• Possess an excellent attendance record
• Excellent communication skills
• 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

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Previous job-related /experience in auto/diesel/farm or construction maintenance and repair
• Ability to interpret assembly drawings / prints and work instructions
• Experience as an Automotive Mechanic or previous enrolment in a High School Shop class / Vocational Program
• Previous Engine Assembly or Mechanical Experience
• Engine Assembly / Disassembly / Rebuild / Repair, changing oil on vehicles or equipment
• Some electrical and/or mechanical background.
• Previous experience operating a crane/hoist
• Previous leadership experience in a team sport or educational group or program

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

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.
• Program available starting January 2025

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

• Starting hourly pay rate of $17.94 / hr
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
• AMEP program is during 1st Shift, other shifts may be offered upon completion of the program
• 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

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