Assembler - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Brazil; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,323,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a 1st shift Assembler in the United States for hands-on assembly of parts and components. You will follow documented procedures, apply lean practices, and operate power tools to assemble and adjust heavy components.

The role includes overtime as needed to meet business demands and a comprehensive benefits package from Day ONE. Successful candidates typically have up to 6 months of prior work experience, with a preference for 2+ years in industrial assembly or

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of previous work experience.
• 2+ years of continuous employment in industrial assembly or manufacturing.
• Heavy equipment machine assembly experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 and lifting devices to move heavy components.

Skills

Industrial assembly

Manufacturing experience

Heavy equipment assembly

Tools

Industrial power tools

Job description

Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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.

What this looks like:

1st shift: $19.28/hour

As an Assembler at Caterpillar, you will:

• 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.

Basic Requirements:

At least 6 months of previous work experience **Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.**

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• 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.

Top Candidates will also have:

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

Additional Information:

Successful candidates must pass an online assessment prior to interview.

Shift Schedule:

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM **Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.**

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:

$19.28 - $24.12 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:

• 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

Posting Dates:

August 17, 2026 - August 30, 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.