Quality Technician-Torque Analyst-1st Shift

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Operations

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

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!

The Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, IN currently has an opening for a Quality Technician Torque Analyst. In this role you will be responsible for performing inspection and documentation of torque control tooling fit, and function. This individual will also respond to shop calls to inspect, repair, and replace torque tooling that is not meeting Engineering specification for torque. Other activities include processing dealer returned material, performing correlation audits with suppliers, and rework nonconforming material to support assembly.

• React to assembly/machine shop line calls for problematic torque-controlled tooling
• Read Caterpillar assembly prints
• Troubleshoot issues with pneumatic and electric torque-controlled tooling
• Work with engineering to ensure specification for torque 1E0279 is met on all bolted joints
• Strong customer focus, communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work with diverse groups

• Gaging experience
• Quality experience
• Engine knowledge
• Print reading skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic and electric tooling
• Successful candidate will be required to complete the Quality Specialist exercise within the first six months of service in this assignment

• Possess problem solving skills
• Be flexible to work overtime as needed to support production demands
• Possess and show strong interpersonal skills and apply customer-based focus

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and be able to squat.
• Stand on concrete for 8+ hours.

• Position available on 1st shift: 6:30am-2:30pm.
• This position with train on 1st shift. Transition timeline to 3rd shift is TBD.
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
• 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
• 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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Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

$30.28 - $38.52

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.

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

July 28, 2026 - August 4, 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.