Assembler - 1st & 2nd shift - Athens, GA

Assembler - 1st & 2nd Shift - Athens, GA

Join Caterpillar Inc. as an assembler in Athens, GA. The role includes work on both the 1st and 2nd shift.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you join a global team that cares about work and each other. We create stronger, more sustainable communities and bring progress and innovation to customers.

Operations

1st shift: $18.90/h

2nd shift: $20.41/h

Shift schedule:
Monday‑Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (1st shift);
Monday‑Thursday, 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM (2nd shift).

• Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect‑free assembly and adjustment of parts and components.
• Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination.
• Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components.

• At least 3 months of previous work experience.
• Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.

• 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.

• 2+ years of continuous employment in industrial assembly or manufacturing.
• Continuous work history with progressive movement.
• Heavy equipment machine assembly experience.

Entry pay is $18.90/h.

We offer a total rewards package that includes Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K), quarterly bonuses, paid holidays, paid time off, and more.

Summary pay range: $18.90 – $23.65/h.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.