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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.

Machine Shop Salvage Welder Team Lead– 1st Shift

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

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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 **Machine Shop Salvage Welder Team Lead** within the Large Power Systems Division located in our Lafayette, IN facility. **Machine Shop Salvage Welder** will be required to arc weld cast iron, ductile iron, and steel. Will be required to become level 1 magnaflux certified.

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

+ Perform and certify advanced welding on cast iron and ductile iron components, including repair, fabrication, and maintenance.

+ Required to become level 1 magnaflux certified

+ Interpret and work from blueprints, JIS’s, CMM data, technical drawings, and welding specifications.

+ Interpret and use MOP’s, rework procedures, WPS, and acceptance criteria for all Value Streams

+ Will be required to understand NCM system and generate NCM tags.

+ Utilize appropriate welding processes such as stick (SMAW), MIG, TIG, brazing, and nickel rod welding for cast iron and ductile materials.

+ Inspect welds for accuracy, structural soundness, and compliance with quality standards.

+ _Lead and mentor a team of welders and fabricators, providing training and technical guidance._

+ Assign tasks, monitor workflow, and ensure timely project completion.

+ Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and equipment care.

+ Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and project managers to meet production and quality goals.

+ Troubleshoot welding issues and recommend process improvements.

+ Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and industry regulations.

+ _1st (7:30am-3:30pm) with expectations of working a half hour early and over for line-ups and shift handovers_

+ _Leading team on daily PQVC metrics_

+ _Daily meetings_

+ _Reporting out daily rework completed_

NOTE #1:

+ **The successful candidate must become cast iron and ductile weld certified within 6 months of job acceptance. Failure to complete this requirement will result in removal from 6409 rework.**

NOTE #2:

+ **Successful candidates will go through mandatory specific classroom training and hands on training that will require a proficiency test and score or through observation by the trainer, leader, or other personnel.**

NOTE #3:

+ **After successful classroom training and on-the-job training, there will be on-the-job skill assessments that technicians must pass to move onto an L5 technician.**

Basic Qualifications:

+ 5+ years’ experience in welding

+ Strong knowledge of metallurgy, welding techniques, and repair methods for cast and ductile materials.

+ Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a fabrication or welding environment.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents.

+ Proficient in using welding equipment, grinders, cutting torches, and related tools.

+ Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills.

+ Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

+ Certification(s) in welding (AWS or equivalent) preferred.

+ Manage time and work well with those on all shifts, including support personnel.

+ Working necessary overtime.

Physical Requirements:

+ Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work with medium to heavy duty tooling, equipment, and in a highly 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

+ Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

+ **Shift: 1st (7:30am-3:30pm) with expectations of working a half hour early and over for line-ups and shift handovers**

+ **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._

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** **.

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Summary Pay Range:

$35.65 - $45.35

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

Posting Dates:

October 28, 2025 - November 11, 2025

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.

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