Warehouse Associate

Posted:
12/9/2024, 3:19:35 AM

Location(s):
Spokane, Washington, United States ⋅ Washington, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Operations & Logistics

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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. At our Spokane Distribution Center, PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts to our CAT dealer regional customers.

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking talented Warehouse Associates at our Spokane Distribution Center located at 9610 W. Hallett Road, Spokane, WA 99224.

Shifts:

Actual shift availability varies week by week. 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.

  • 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 2pm – 10:30pm ($20.00/hour)
  • 3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday morning 10pm – 6:30am ($20.00/hour)
  • 4th Shift: Saturday and Sunday 10am – 8:30pm and Monday and Tuesday 2pm – 12:30am ($20.00/hour)
  • 5th Shift: Wednesday – Friday 2pm – 12:30am and Saturday 10am – 8:30pm ($20.00/hour)
  • 6th Shift: Friday night to Sunday morning 8pm – 8:30am and Sunday night to Monday morning 6pm-6:30am ($21.09/hour)
  • 7th Shift: Monday night to Friday morning 10pm - 8:30am ($20.00/hour)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Safely perform the material handling and warehousing processes required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
  • Operate handheld scanner to access and update information for receiving, counting and order processing.
  • Willingness to be trained on and operate order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead hoists. Keep in mind, not all available positions operate equipment.
  • Report defects and need for repairs.
  • Utilize pneumatic tools and/or power tools to build and construct wooden shipping containers.
  • Utilize tools for the application of paint and rust preventative.
  • Perform housekeeping functions as required.
  • Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.

What You Bring:

  • Safety Mindset: Consistent usage of required PPE and safety procedures for tasks being performed.
  • Team Mentality:
    • Time Management: Reliable, on-time attendance record; Ability to efficiently reach productivity goals.
    • Adaptability: Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures; Ability to work overtime when required; Eagerness to learn processes and procedures in multiple areas.
    • Collaborative: Promote a culture of teamwork where we help each other to learn and meet shared goals.
  • Thoroughness: The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; perform a variety of clerical functions as needed and understand basic math; ability to read/write and interpret documents in English.
  • Experience: Demonstrated longevity of at least twelve months in previous employment. Preference given to candidates with previous warehouse experience.
  • Agility: Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds individually, walk approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, sit, stand, squat, and bend over repetitively and consistently, throughout your shift with or without reasonable accommodation.      

    What You Will Get:

    • 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.
    • Up to 12% quarterly bonus on top of base pay, based on your performance evaluation.
    • Annual raises, based on your performance evaluation.
    • 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time.
    • Company paid Life Insurance (2X salary)
    • 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 is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

    Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website

    Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

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

    Summary Pay Range:

    $17.90 - $23.30

    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:

    Annual incentive bonus plan*

    Medical, dental, and vision coverage

    Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

    401k savings plan

    Health savings account (HSA)

    Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

    Disability benefits

    Life Insurance

    Parental leave

    Healthy Lifestyle Programs

    Employee Assistance Programs

    Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

    Tuition Reimbursement

    Career Development

    *Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

    Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

    Posting Dates:

    December 9, 2024 - January 5, 2025

    Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

    EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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