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.

We don’t lead our industry - our people do.  Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors.
 

While working at Caterpillar Inc., you will work in an environment that supports excellence. You will support your team in efforts of continuous improvement.

As Assembly Support at Caterpillar Inc., you will directly support Manufacturing Engineers and Assembly Leaders on the plant floor through design and documentation layout, tooling, fixtures, handling systems, safety, and ergonomics and other duties as assigned.

This is a 1st shift hourly position starting at $27.50/hour.

What you can look forward to doing in this role:

• Create tool lists for assembly.
• Provide tooling support to the line as needed including battery repair, DC electric and air-torque tooling, preventative maintenance tools, and tooling calibration.
• Develop final work orders which detail processing steps and procedures, identified component parts, specifies technical aspects of part installation or application and identifies tooling or fixtures required for production.
• Perform changes and updates to standard work schedules and other relevant assembly procedures based on engineering input.
• Create documentation required for capital - maintains both capital and expense budget accounts.
• Follow and utilize Caterpillar Production System principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
• Rely on independent decision-making and problem solving to complete job tasks.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Use Engineering prints and release notices to develop production operation sequence and documents in assembly routing system.
• Develop layouts using CAD system and identifies material locations.
• Download tool data and provides analyzed torque data to Certification Team and creates and maintains data files on torque tools specified by Certification Team.
• Utilize systems such as CAD, Bin System, and Team Center.
• Provide cross-functional communication to complete tasks.
• Provide summaries to leadership.
   

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Word and Excel
• 2-year degree or equivalent (Current enrollment in an accredited 4-year college degree program at a junior level status is considered equivalent to a 2-year degree) or 2 years of related experience in Materials Operations, Packaging or Planning

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Willing and able to sit/stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs

Top candidates will also have:

• Have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in PowerPoint
• Auto CAD experience
• 4 yr. technical degree (i.e. Mfg. Technology, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering)
• Familiarity with complex product structures
• Experience writing visual work instructions
• Experience with 3D software
• Experience with conducting time studies
• Experience with line balancing
• Operations/Industrial planning experience
• Advanced Computer and Caterpillar Systems Knowledge
• Mechanical/Assembly experience
• Understanding of the Assembly Planning Systems
• SAP Experience
• Strong communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Problem identification and solving skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Additional information: Resumes are required for consideration.  This is a 1st shift hourly position starting at $27.50/hour located in Athens, GA. No relocation benefits are available.  Initial training will be on 1st shift or a split shift schedule for approximately 4 weeks.

1st Shift Schedule:  *Monday-Thursday, 6am- 3:30pm, Friday 7am- 11am

 *Overtime as needed to support business needs.

Summary Pay Range:

$27.50 - $34.40

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:

December 17, 2025 - January 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.

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