Entering the machining trade in Lafayette, IN, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeships that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, provide essential training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a projected job growth of 6% from 2022 to 2032. In Lafayette, IN, machinists can earn an average wage of $350.33 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $80,640 per year. Educational pathways include apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training, all of which are facilitated by trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
Job Title: L3 Machinist Job Description The machine shop is responsible for metal cutting, drilling, grinding, and deburring parts to the control plan (blueprint and instruction) specification. Once finished, the product goes to final quality inspection. The Level III Machinist's role involves staging parts using a forklift and pallet jack, loading the machine with raw material, operating CNC machines, deburring parts, removing excess metal using air-powered tools, offloading machines with finished parts, and performing general helper duties around the machine shop. This is a low to mid-level machinist position, and the role requires flexibility to assist with various tasks in the machine shop to ensure parts are ready for production. Responsibilities • Responsible for production, quality, housekeeping, and other related duties associated with the operations. • Set up and operate CNC machines, transport material, operate wash tanks, and operate a forklift to move material around the facility. • Troubleshoot and solve everyday problems. • Float from one machine to another as needed. • Follow the control plan for the machine or job assigned. • Ensure adherence to quality standards and process standards for the assigned area. Essential Skills • 1+ year experience in a manufacturing environment. • Experience running a machine in a manufacturing environment (CNC preferred). • Baseline experience with gauging. • Experience using quality measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, dial bores, steel rulers). Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience reading and interpreting blueprints. • Experience performing quality inspection on finished parts. • Sit-down forklift experience. • Deburring experience. Why Work Here? The company offers community engagement through partnerships with United Way, Purdue University, City of Lafayette, and other noteworthy organizations. Employee engagement activities include Fall Festival, Trunk-or-Treat, vaccine clinics, blood drives, and other events. Employees can apply for full-time positions after 90 days, with attendance and performance being key factors. Full-time benefits include 18 days/144 hours of PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% 401K match up to 6%, and health, dental, vision, and life insurance effective the first day of employment. Work Environment The machine shop is a large facility with over 500 employees split into 5 shifts, including weekends. The environment is temperature-controlled, and the dress code is relaxed, allowing sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, work pants, and jeans; however, leggings and sweatpants are not permitted. The facility is very clean with minimal debris, emphasizing safety as the highest priority. PPE requirements include steel or composite toe shoes, earplugs, and protective glasses, which are provided. The facility has clear policies on cell phone use, headphones, and safety training, with a focus on maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area. Shifts available include 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and AWS shifts, with overtime scheduled for every other Saturday. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, Indiana. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.47 - $24.47/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>CNC /Manufacturing Engineer Lafayette, Indiana Key words: • CNC Operations, Machining, • Six Sigma, • Data collection, • Fixturing, • NX coding, • CNC Program Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $84,102.00 - $87,525.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • CNC programming: 5 years (Preferred) • NX: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>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. LEVEL 3 MACHINIST TECHNICIAN – Multiple Shifts Available $1,000 Sign On Bonus- $25.90/hour starting pay + 6% Shift Differential Location: Lafayette, Indiana Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k available day one. www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account. 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! This position is for a Level 3 Machinist Technician within the Large Power Systems Division located in our Lafayette, IN facility. Candidates must have a strong machining background with experience in boring milling, drilling and reaming. Must have knowledge of CNC programs and be able to make offset adjustments as required. Candidates will machine engine components using lathes, mills, drills, boring machines, and / or grinders. Must be able to use various gages to verify part quality. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • Responsible for production, quality, housekeeping and other related duties associated with the operations. • Set up and operate NC machines, transport material, audit, operate wash tanks and operate some manual operations • Interpret Job Instruction Sheet, Standard Work Documents, GageIt (gage tracking), CMM data, and accountable for processes by monitoring Infinity. • At times may be required to work overtime to support the manufacturing requirements. • Troubleshooting ability to solve everyday problems. • Flexibility to float from one machine to another. • Must be able to manage time and work well in a team environment. Basic Qualifications: • Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment • Strong working knowledge of machining principles; basic SPC, blueprint reading; understanding of geometric tolerances; ability to interpret CMM reports; quality data; and work experience in a lean manufacturing environment. • Required to stay in section for 12 months except for 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 • Starting hourly pay range of $25.90-$33.00 plus 6% premium for off shift. Higher rates offered based on experience. • This position is a full-time position with full benefits. • Shift: 2nd (3:30pm-11:30pm) & 3rd (11:30pm-7:30am) • AWS Shift: Alternative Work Schedule- days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday hours: 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am. Begins 6am Friday morning and ending 6pm Monday morning depending on shift. 36 hours= 40 hours pay • Will train on (1st shift 7:30am-3:30pm) anywhere from 3 weeks to 3 months • Please Attach an Updated Resume • 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime • 18 Days/144 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. #LI Summary Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 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 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. Posting Dates: April 17, 2025 - July 16, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .
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