2nd shift PDC Product Support Specialist

Caterpillar•Athens, GA

15h•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

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. 2nd shift PDC Production Support Specialist-I (510P) – L06 As a Production Support Specialist at the Caterpillar Athens Product Distribution Center (PDC), you will perform various activities to test for proper operation and quality issues of BCP machines, performing necessary rework and repair as needed. In this role, you may be expected to: Utilize production orders to attach work tools to machines. Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair. Load finished machines on trucks and in containers for shipment to dealers. Perform minor rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed at the plant. Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment. Use various tools provided in the work area to perform assembly duties and may include the use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs. Conduct assembly on new product introductions according to Engineering schematics. Monitor CAT computer systems to conduct hydraulic, electrical, mechanical or other component tests on machines. Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex. Catalogue failures and communicate to relevant personnel as appropriate. Perform other work duties assigned by leader.

Requirements

Must have experience operating excavators or tractors
Must have parts, product, manufacturing & assembly experience
Heavy equipment machine assembly experience
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.
Willing and able to work in outdoor conditions. Majority of work (60%) is in outdoor conditions.

Nice To Haves

Product Distribution Center (PDC) experience
Forklift experience
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) using Standard Assembly tools (torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, etc.) and their applications
Current forklift license
Blueprint reading experience
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in areas related to machine repair including Electrical, Hydraulics, and/or Pneumatics
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in mechanical analysis
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in recognizing or describing the mechanical functions and specifications of products and/or parts
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Equipment Diagnostics
Experience in machine or engine performance monitoring or analysis including identifying, evaluating, documenting, communicating and correcting specific condition related, engineering related or workmanship deficiencies related to mechanical issues
Experience mechanical hydraulics and control systems
Electrical/Mechanical experience
Maintenance/repair experience
Experience shipping/loading heavy equipment machines

Responsibilities

Utilize production orders to attach work tools to machines.
Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair.
Load finished machines on trucks and in containers for shipment to dealers.
Perform minor rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed at the plant.
Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment.
Use various tools provided in the work area to perform assembly duties and may include the use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.
Conduct assembly on new product introductions according to Engineering schematics.
Monitor CAT computer systems to conduct hydraulic, electrical, mechanical or other component tests on machines.
Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex.
Catalogue failures and communicate to relevant personnel as appropriate.
Perform other work duties assigned by leader.