We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. 

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.  

As a Warehouse Associate at Caterpillar Inc., you will work from a variety of source documents to verify part numbers, part locations and quantities. In addition to counting parts and filling orders, you will conduct first line, basic quality assessment of parts for damage and defects. 
 

Available Shifts:

We have several openings on multiple shifts starting at $18.80/hour! Our off shifts have additional premiums included!

Actual shift availability varies week by week and successful candidates will be started as soon as a position becomes available on their requested shift.

Please note that this could mean a sizable waiting period before starting.

Additional Information: 

• Located in Lafayette, IN (most positions are located at 1521 Kepner Drive Lafayette, IN 47905 &1627 Veterans Memorial Pkwy E, Lafayette, IN 47905)
• Potential quarterly attendance bonus of $600 and quarterly gainshare bonus
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position
• Candidates must be able to read, write and conduct business in English
• Ability to work overtime when required 

What You Will Do: 

• Operating heavy equipment including sit down forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and overhead hoists. 

• Perform material handling and warehousing functions such as unloading, sorting, putting away, picking, packing and shipping parts, materials and supplies. 

• Read process flows and follow detailed instructions to ensure the movement of material within a warehouse. 

• Track and record hourly or daily activities completed during each shift. 

• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or mark information on cases, bales, or other handling units. 

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually and work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures. 

• Reliability is important, be on-time and maintain a good attendance record to safely and efficiently meet the needs of the customer.

What You Have: 

• Safety: Conducts daily maintenance and keeps tracking safety logs on equipment. Inspects working environment to promote safe work area. Utilizes personal protective equipment required or recommended for task at hand. Speak up if safety concerns are encountered. Takes personal accountability for safety. 

• Warehouse Management: Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping materials. Understand and meet daily targets relative to role. Maintains item and inventory management records. Helps problem solving bottlenecks and delays through continuous improvement. Uses handheld scanners to assist real-time inventory software, to ensure accurate material levels are maintained. 

• Collaboration: Work together as a team to help each other learn and meet shared goals. Come to work with a positive attitude and ideas for continuous improvement. 

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Responsible for inventory accuracy. Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned. Uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free. The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience. 

• Effective Communications: Uses verbal and non-verbal communication to receive direction and share ideas and job-related needs. Always demonstrate effective communication in a professional demeanor. Maintains focus on the topic at hand with a teamwork outlook. 

What You Will Get: 

• Starting wage is $18.80/hour (additional night shift premium for off shifts). Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory). 

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1. 6% company match for 401k.Annual increases, based on your performance evaluation. Annual bonus potential based on personal and company performance. Time Off (Vacation & PTO) and Paid Holidays. 

• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc. College tuition assistance program available after 1 year employment. A safety focused workplace. Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar. 

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar: 

• Background Screening 

• Drug Screening 

• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical 

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. 

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. 

Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters. Apply now!