Assembly Technicians Jobs

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ASSEMBLY TECHNICIANS – $19.68/hour starting pay + 5 % Shift Differential

$1,000 Sign On Bonus

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

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

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ASSEMBLY TECHNICIANS needed at The Large Power Systems Division located in Lafayette, IN.

In this role you will assemble components and perform adjustments on both diesel and natural gas engines. You could also perform assembly work in sub-assembly areas directly associated with prime product engine assembly. In addition, assembly technicians prepare engines for testing, painting and shipping of prime product.

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

• Work includes the use of
  • hand tools
  • pneumatic tools
  • gauges and measuring devices
  • specialized torque equipment
  • electrical testing equipment
  • fork trucks
  • lifting devices/cranes
• Learning the technical aspects of engine assembly, including troubleshooting and repair of in process engines.
• Manipulating engine components during the assembly process.
• Specialized torque equipment
• Hand tools
• Gauges and measuring devices
• Lifting devices/cranes
• Assembly of large diesel and natural gas engines
• Electrical testing equipment
• Support of safety, quality, and production goals of the area.
• Pneumatic tools
• Reading and interpreting standard work in computer programs, engineering prints and factory paperwork
• Fork trucks
• Utilizing computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Applications

Basic Qualifications:

Applicant must meet ONE of the following criteria:

• Two years manufacturing experience- OR
• Two years of construction, maintenance and repair- OR
• 6 months Caterpillar Logistics Assembly experience- OR
• 3 months of experience through the Lafayette Large Engine facility staffing agency- OR
• Technical degree in diesel engine, automotive, electrical, electronics, or agricultural/construction equipment technology
• Two years of professional job-related experience in auto/diesel/farm experience- OR

Additional Basic Qualifications:

• Ability and willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Strong electrical and mechanical background.
• Flexible, self-directed individual with a strong sense of teamwork and good communication skills.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience operating a crane/hoist in a manufacturing setting
• Previous Engine Assembly Manufacturing Experience
• ASE Certification for diesel or gas engines
• Technical Degree
• Engine Assembly / Disassembly / Rebuild / Repair (more than changing oil)
• Experience as Automotive Mechanic

Physical Requirements:

• All positions also require the ability to lift 40 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling.
• Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing, and standing on concrete for 8+ hours.
• Some positions require the ability to perform tasks on a moving conveyor under time constraints
• Must be able to use hand and pneumatic tools as well as automatic torque equipment
• Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace, medium to heavy duty assembly, technical environment.
• Must be able to lift and manipulate engine components during the assembly process

Additional Information:

• Candidates must successfully complete and pass Basic Assembly Training (BAT), which is completed as a part of the new-hire orientation and onboarding process.
• Candidates must complete the full hiring process which includes, but not limited to: successful completion of Assembly Technical Interview, Targeted Selection Interview (TSI), background check, post offer medical questionnaire and drug screen
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
• Successful candidates must remain in their role for twelve (12) months, with the exception of a promotional opportunity and/or nights-to-days rotation.
• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

• Starting hourly pay rate of $19.68/Hour. Higher rates offered based on Experience.
• 11 Paid holidays
• Clean/safe work environment
• 100% 401k match up to 6%
• Climate controlled work environment – most areas
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
• 18 days / 144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
• Quarterly incentive program with potential for annual bonus
• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance effective first day of employment

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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants for this position 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 www.caterpillar.com/careers

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