VAS Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health Savings Account

FSAs

Career development

Incentive bonus

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Athens, GA is seeking a Warehouse Associate for first shift. You will lead operations to ensure orders are picked, packed, and aligned with production schedules while upholding quality standards.

You will collaborate with plant teams, drive forklift operations, manage daily priorities, and support training to promote continuous improvement. A strong attendance record and basic SAP/MACH 1 experience are valued for this role.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of heavy equipment manufacturing experience.
• Must be at Expected or higher performance rating.
• Excellent attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Team lead confirms orders are picked and packaged correctly to the production schedule while ensuring Quality of order.
• Works with multiple teams in the plant to get parts.
• Conduct weekly inventory counts on packaging, Communication and Organization of Daily workload.
• Drive Fork Truck and other duties as needed.
• Establish daily priorities, providing feedback to supervisory team on employee performance.
• Perform and/or coordinate the employee training on work techniques and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Heavy equipment manufacturing

Team leadership

MS Office

Tools

MACH 1/Warehouse Management

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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.

Career Area

Operations

In This Role You May Be Expected To

• Team lead confirms orders are picked and packaged correctly to the production schedule while ensuring Quality of order.
• Works with multiple teams in the plant to get parts.
• Conduct weekly inventory counts on packaging, Communication and Organization of Daily workload,
• Drive Fork Truck and other duties as needed.
• Establish daily priorities, providing feedback to supervisory team on employee performance
• Perform and/or coordinate the employee training on work techniques and promote continuous improvement.
• Assist the Section Manager in performing the material handling and warehousing functions required in inbound, outbound and other operational functions.
• Verify quantities, count parts, fill orders, package parts, etc.
• Maintain related records or reports as required and resolve discrepancies where needed
• Access and update information for receiving, counting, and order processing
• Perform and assign housekeeping functions; use mobile equipment as required facilitating job functions
• Report defects and need for repairs on mobile equipment by following safety procedures
• Assist warehouse associates in resolving various work-related issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of heavy equipment manufacturing experience
• Must be at Expected or higher performance rating

Physical Requirements (with Or Without Reasonable Accommodation)

• Willing and able to frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15 to 30 minutes
• Willing and able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
• Willing and able to walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Caterpillar functional logistics experience (highly desired)
• Team Lead or Supervisor Experience (highly desired)
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Intermediate proficiency with MACH 1/Warehouse Management experience (highly desired)
• Intermediate proficiency with SAP
• Further vocational and/or college education
• Excellent attendance record
• Excavator and/or Tractor product line experience

This is a 1st shift hourly position with a starting wage of $25.30/hour. Position is located in Athens, GA.

Summary Pay Range

$25.30 - $31.67

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 3, 2026 - August 16, 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.