Tool & Die Technician – 3rd Shift

Tool & Die Technician - $5,000 Sign On Bonus
3rd Shift- $38.52/hour + 6% Shift Premium

Location:
Lafayette, Indiana

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

• Hourly pay range of $38.52-$49.03 plus 6% shift premium for off shift. Higher rates offered based on Experience.
• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN
• Generous lump sum payment for eligible relocating candidates up to $15,000
• Position available on 3rd Shift (11:30pm-7:30am)
• Relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates
• Climate controlled work environment – most areas
• Clean/safe work environment
• 13 days/104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) – prorated based upon starting date
• 11 Paid holidays
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for overtime
• Please attach an updated resume

• Set up, operation, and adjustments on one or more machine tools to perform machining operations for various industrial production & maintenance operations, including dies, jigs, fixtures, repair parts, miscellaneous tooling, experimental parts, etc. to required tolerances
• Determine methods and procedures applicable to operations to be performed, which include improvising of setups, selection of materials and tooling
• Use of gauges, performs basic welding and heat treatment
• General housekeeping and other duties as assigned to maintain a safe and productive department
• CNC controlled machines are required in this position. Including the ability to read, write, & edit programs
• Basic computer skills with experience with Office 360
• Ability to properly communicate verbally & electronically
• Applicant must be willing to work overtime opportunities to support production demands.

• 6+ years' Job Shop or Tool Room experience and/or an Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School with four years of experience and/or completion of an accredited four-year Toolmaker Apprenticeship.

• Successful completion of the Tooling Services Intermediate Math assessment
• Knowledge and ability to plan & execute complex tooling jobs
• Ability to hold tight tolerances on grinding, lathe work, and milling/drilling work on both manual & CNC equipment
• Machinist skills (ALL types: Grinders, Mills, Lathes, Drills, Welding, Heat Treat, Jig/Bore grinding, etc.)
• Possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair fixtures, tooling, and machines in the shop
• Ability to gauge tight tolerance parts
• Ability to determine heat treat required and perform said functions
• CAD/CAM software
• Ability to interpret complex machine schematics & blueprints

• Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace, medium to heavy duty assembly, and 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.
• Must be able to work in heights and confirmed spaces

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range: $38.52 - $49.03

• 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:
July 7, 2026 - July 21, 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.