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Product Quality Technician 2nd shift FabricationsCaterpillar • Athens, Georgia, USA
Product Quality Technician 2nd shift Fabrications

Product Quality Technician 2nd shift Fabrications

Caterpillar • Athens, Georgia, USA
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Career Area : Operations

Job Description :

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

In this role you may be expected to :

  • Perform Very Early Hour Reliability (VEHR) testing
  • Conduct Quality Investigations on component parts and root cause analysis on quality issues.
  • Gather Fabrications weld defect data
  • Develop and update successive checks and PQA checks for each area including check sheets for the assembly line.
  • Be accountable for Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting
  • Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair.
  • Deliver quality support to the plant by creating and developing business plans for each manufacturing assembly area.

Basic Qualifications :

  • Must have 1 year of quality experience in a similar role
  • Must have experience operating inspection equipment and gauges
  • Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills / knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in SAP software
  • Must have intermediate proficiency (Basic skills / knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Root Cause Analysis Experience
  • Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation) :

  • Willing and able to sit / stand for prolonged periods
  • Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
  • Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.
  • Willing and able to pass eye exam for visual weld inspection
  • Top candidates will also have :

  • Previous audit experience
  • Further education beyond high school
  • Green Belt training
  • ASQ certifications
  • Blueprint reading experience
  • Intermediate proficiency in PowerPoint
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Advanced Problem Solving / Troubleshooting Ability
  • Meticulous and analytical nature
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize work
  • Welding experience
  • Machine equipment product knowledge-excavators and / or tractors
  • BIQ Quality Alert Project Experience
  • Additional information : Resumes are encouraged for all applicants. Failure to attach a resume may lead to application to not be considered. This is a 2nd shift position with an entry pay of $23.87 (includes 8%-night shift premium).

    2nd shift :

  • Monday-Friday 3 pm-11 : 10 pm
  • Overtime as required to support business needs.
  • Summary Pay Range : $22.10 - $27.65

    Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

    Benefits :

    Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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 :

    November 18 2025 - November 25 2025

    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.

    Not ready to apply Join our Talent Community.

    Required Experience :

    IC

    Key Skills

    Quality Assurance,Quality Inspection,Calipers,Coordinate Measuring Machine,Food Industry,GD&T,ISO 9001,Math,Micrometer,Quality Control,HACCP,Manufacturing

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 22 - 27

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