EOL) - Athens, GA

Caterpillar Inc.•Athens, GA

9d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

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. Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career. Watch our video to see our Athens Team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors. While working in Product Support at Caterpillar Inc., you will test for proper operation and quality issues of machines, performing necessary rework and repair when issues are found. In this role you may be expected to: Perform rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed on the assembly line. Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment. Gather assembly defect data Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair. Uses 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. Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex. Record failures and communicates to relevant personnel as appropriate.

Requirements

Must have some heavy equipment manufacturing assembly experience
Extensive knowledge of hand tools including proper use
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in working with standard work
Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in knowledge of Standard Assembly tools and their applications
Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
Willing and able to lift to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Office applications
Blueprint reading experience
Major repair experience
At least 3 years of mechanical repair 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 mechanical issues
Experience mechanical hydraulics and control systems
Electrical/Mechanical experience
Maintenance/repair experience

Responsibilities

Perform rework on quality defects that cannot be immediately addressed on the assembly line.
Support Design Engineers by gathering data for research and evaluations, by conducting technically complex teardowns and assembly of BCP components/equipment.
Gather assembly defect data
Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair.
Uses 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.
Conduct additional diagnostics and analysis to identify defects and quality issues that are more complex.
Record failures and communicates to relevant personnel as appropriate.