Robotic MIG Welder – Shift Premiums & Growth

Caterpillar Brazil; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Welder to operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines and perform in-station repairs. You will conduct quality checks with weld gauges and other measuring tools, following standard procedures to ensure safe, defect-free components for construction equipment.

The role requires overtime when needed and the ability to lift heavy parts up to 35 lbs. Prior experience in a manufacturing setting and familiarity with Caterpillar products are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have MIG welding experience or a welding trade certificate/diploma or completed a high school welding program within the last year.
• Overtime may be required to support business needs.
• Physical requirements: able to sit or stand for prolonged periods (with/without accommodations).
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines.
• Perform quality checks using weld and attribute gauges and other measuring tools.
• Perform in-station repair on defective welds using grinders.
• Follow documented procedures and routings to perform safe, defect-free operations.
• Use lifting devices to move heavy components over 35 lbs.

Skills

MIG welding

Robotic welding

Caterpillar experience

Continuous welding employment

Education

High school welding program

Welding trade certificate/diploma

Tools

Welding gauges

AWS D1.1 knowledge

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Welder to operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines and perform in-station repairs. You will conduct quality checks with weld gauges and other measuring tools, following standard procedures to ensure safe, defect-free components for construction equipment.

The role requires overtime when needed and the ability to lift heavy parts up to 35 lbs. Prior experience in a manufacturing setting and familiarity with Caterpillar products are advantageous.