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.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

1st shift: $27.50/hour
 

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

As a Sr. Manufacturing Support with the Building Construction Products (BCP) division in Athens, GA you will work independently and on teams to perform duties to maintain and improve engineering processes in an operations environment. This position is in the Athens logistics department. The logistics department is actively involved in automation projects to decrease cost at the Athens facility.

What you can look forward to doing in this role:

Develop and maintain the processes, tooling, and equipment needed for logistics and packaging requirements.Engage actively with operations to ensure processes within SAP are within standard.Develop and validate process cycle times by conducting time studies.Troubleshoot day-to-day process issues, develop solutions, and monitor improvements.Respond to customer issues and lead process improvements to reduce costEstimating costs for equipment, materials, and installation as a basis for determining the feasibility of alternatives and return on investment.Collaborate and participate in multifunctional teams.Provide cross shift support as necessary to support production.Work with vendors to purchase needed equipment for process improvements or logistical changes. Providing design information, reviewing, and approving proposals and serving as the primary company contact.Approving drawings, specifying equipment, and writing purchase requisitions.Supervising work of outside contractors.Creating technical specifications and functions requirements for facilities related projects.Periodic reporting on standard operating measures

Basic Qualifications:

Must have advanced proficiency (Can train others) in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Planner, Project, etc.)Must have a 4-year technical bachelor’s degree. Examples of Technical degree include Supply Chain, Mfg. Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periodsWilling and able to perform repetitive operationsWilling and able to lift up to 35 lbs.Willing and able to drive material handling equipment

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

1 to 3 years of industrial, manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, project, or related technical experience. Can include internship, co-op, apprentices, military service, or similar programs.Strong Project Management SkillsAutoCAD proficiencySAP ExperienceAbility to read, interpret, and explain engineering drawings.Experience troubleshooting and modifying service systems such as electrical power components, lighting systems, electrical equipment, material handling systems, material handling equipment (forklifts, reach trucks, etc.)Industrial robotic experience.Experience in conducting time studies.Experience running large capital projects.Understanding of shop operations and maintenance procedures as well as previous experience in a particular discipline.Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.Ability to communicate and have basic knowledge of functions performed by the skilled-trades personnel.Experience with lean manufacturing (Green belt).

Additional Information: Resumes are required for consideration. Successful candidates must pass an online assessment prior to interview. This is a 1st shift position with an entry pay of $27.50/hour in Athens, GA. No relocation benefits are available.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

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:

August 25, 2025 - September 7, 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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