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.

1st shift- Full Time

SUMMARY:  This position is responsible for all material moves and transactions, including shipping, receiving and production support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Follows all applicable policies and procedures including safety and health
• Required to work overtime schedule as requested to meet production needs based on overtime procedures
• Performs duties in accordance with standard work (takt time, work sequence, swip)
• Operates Powered Industrial Trucks (PITS).
• Completes required documentation and system transactions needed for material moves and inventory audits
• Physically handles material movement and preparation
• Support production through material conveyance
• Use andon for identification of variance from standard work
• Participates in activities and exercises in support of the Caterpillar Production System (CPS) – 5S, kaizen, etc.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic understanding of duties and responsibilities in both Shipping/Receiving and Production Support areas
• Basic understanding of safety requirements in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and communicate effectively both oral and written
• Ability to operate fork trucks and battery Raymond lifts
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and their proper application
• Basic knowledge of measuring devices
• Basic math functions - add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Basic knowledge of SAP

 KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Warehouse Knowledge
• Leadership
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Initiative/Motivation
• Positive Attitude
• Flexibility
• Visual Acuity

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be physically mobile with ability to sit, stand, bend, squat, twist, reach, climb, and walk
• Must be able to work at heights and comply with facility fall-protection requirements
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 35 lbs
• Must be able to perform the above physical demands for extended periods of time

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Subject to inside environmental conditions – protected from weather conditions but not temperature changes – exposure to occasional temperature extremes (below 32 degrees or above 100 degrees)

Additional Information:

• This is a Full-Time position
• Shift: 1st  (7:00 am to 3:30 pm)
• Starting pay is $16.72 hr. (3rd shift will receive an additional $1.00 hr for working an off shift)
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Summary Pay Range:

$16.72 - $23.78

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:

January 12, 2026 - February 9, 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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