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.
Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.
This position assembles/tests parts, components, or systems for BCP machines according to the specified work orders. This position is for the Product Distribution Center (PDC) at the Athens, GA site.
In this role, you may be expected to:
- Use various tools provided in the work area to perform assigned duties
- Use lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.
- Operate various models of construction equipment
- Loads/ unloads Prime Product to and from transport carriers & containers
- Follows documented procedures standard work, routings, and blueprints to perform safe and defect free tasks and adjustment of components and prime product.
- All other work-related duties as assigned by leader
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have manufacturing experience
- Must have "Meets Expectations" or higher in last 2 performance evaluations (as applicable)
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):
- Willing and able to operate heavy equipment
- Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
- Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
- Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.
- Willing and able to work in outdoor conditions (Majority of work (90%) is in outdoor conditions.)
Top Candidates will also have:
- Heavy equipment machine operating equipment
- Product Distribution Center (PDC) experience
- Forklift experience
- Logistics experience
- Machine assembly experience
- Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) using Standard Assembly tools (torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, etc.) and their applications.
- Experience working with lean manufacturing principles such as following standard work, continuous improvement, eliminating process waste, and 5S
- Intermediate level of proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) working with Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work
- Basic computer skills such as operating a computer in a Windows based environment
- Ability to read/write and interpret documents
- Experience working in a team-based environment
Additional Information:
**Resumes are highly encouraged for all applicants. Failure to provide a resume may cause application to not be considered. **Employees work outside in inclement weather 90% of shift. This is a 1st shift hourly position with an entry rate of $20.55/hour in Athens, Ga.
Summary Pay Range:
$20.55 - $25.65
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:
June 4, 2026 - June 17, 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.
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