OTM III - Quality Auditor

Caterpillar Inc.; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Griffin, GA is seeking a Quality Auditor for the 3rd shift. As a Quality Inspector, you will investigate defects, communicate root causes, perform containment and rework, and drive corrective actions.

You will collaborate with Quality, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Planning, and Engineering to resolve issues. The role requires knowledge of inspection and manufacturing processes, the ability to read prints, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inspection and manufacturing processes.
• Experience working in multiple work zones/operations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Containment of quality events and inspection of in-house product.
• Document status of units and perform rework/repairs.
• Daily communications with Quality Supervisor on containment status.
• Coordinate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Planning and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Support material disposition for failure analysis activities.
• Represent Quality in Griffin NPI process for readiness validation.
• Participate in NPI builds to identify design/process improvements.

Skills

Inspection knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Multi-zone experience

MS Office

Written and verbal communication

Tools

IPV test equipment

Job description

Career Area:
Operations

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

OTM III – Quality Auditor

3 rd Shift

Role Definition

As a Quality Inspector at Caterpillar Inc., you will investigate defects reported by warranty, interplant AQE, and Customer Service DSN to understand impact and root cause. You will provide defect investigation summaries to communicate root cause, containment inspections/rework, and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Containment of quality events may include but are not limited to the inspection of all in house product
• Documenting the status of all units to include performing rework and repairs for the contained population
• Provide daily communication with Quality Supervisor regarding containment status for assigned defects
• Communicate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Planning, and Engineering, when cooperative efforts are required to obtain resolution
• Support material disposition for failure analysis activities
• Represent Quality in Griffin NPI process to include validating quality system readiness
• Participate in NPI build follows to identify potential areas for design and process improvements

Requirements

• Must have knowledge of inspection and manufacturing processes
• Must have successfully worked in multiple work zones/operations within production
• Must have computer experience including Microsoft suit products
• Candidates must exhibit excellent written and oral and written communication skills

Top Candidates Will Have

• Knowledge of engine assembly
• Experience with IPV test equipment
• Assembly experience in multiple value streams, multiple commodities
• Ability to read prints to include EC levels and impact

Additional Details

• This is a 3rd shift role.
• This position is located in Griffin, GA.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range

$21.38 - $27.31

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
• * These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates

September 28, 2026 - October 12, 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.