3rd Shift Manufacturing Technician IV - Test Cell

Griffin, Georgia
Full-time
$22.57 - $29.39
Posted Nov 13, 2026

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Skills

Blueprint Reading
Hand and Power Tools
Hydraulics

Job description

Career Area:

Operations

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.

Role Definition:

The Manufacturing Technician IV role is challenged to identify problems quickly and correctly. The incumbent generally resolves issues by following departmental guidelines and standard work or making changes based on root cause corrective actions. This position will float to work in any area of the engine production line, test and repair, as needed, to meet daily production requirements.

What You Will Do (including but not limited to):

•Work in a fast paced, medium to heavy duty assembly, technical environment.

•Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing, and standing on concrete for 10 hours.

•Lift up to 25 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling.

Basic Qualifications:

•Engine mechanic experience in any of the following areas: automotive or diesel engines.

•One year of vocational program (after high school) or equivalent on the job training program.

•Must be able to perform basic mechanical repairs which include valve adjustments, flow timing, trouble-shoot timing calibration/oil pressures.

•Must be able to perform Electrical Testing.

•Must be proficient in reading and understanding blueprints/schematics.

Top Candidates Will Have:

•Technical Degree or ASE Certification.

•Intermediate computer skills.

•The ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.

•A good working knowledge of hand tools and various power tools (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, etc.).

•The ability to work in a team environment.

Additional Information:

•This position is located on-site in Griffin, GA.

•3rd shift: Sunday – Thursday 8:00PM – 6:30AM.

•Relocation assistance is not provided.

•Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Summary Pay Range:

$22.57 - $29.39

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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 13, 2026 - November 27, 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.

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