Career Area:OperationsJob 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.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.Company Benefits:
6% 401k match
Day one medical, dental, vision, RX
HSA with company contribution
13 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
Unpaid personal days
Up to 11 paid holidays
Opportunity for annual merit increases
Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
Opportunity for Education Tuition Assistance
We have positions available on multiple shifts and training is provided - please apply if interested!Available Shifts:We have several openings on multiple shifts starting at $17.75/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.Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Utilizing heavy equipment, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes
Perform material handling and warehousing functions
Order filling, processing, storing/ picking of parts, materials, equipment and supplies
Operating automated packaging equipment, paint line operation, shipping and receiving
All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any Caterpillar position:
Background Screening
Drug Screening
Medical Screening
Basic Qualifications:
Ability to frequently lift and carry product weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes
Ability to push/pull product weighing up to 50 pounds for intervals of 10-15 minutes
Work at heights of up to 30 feet from the floor
Ability to drive order picker, reach truck and/or sit-down forklifts after training period
Ability to climb on and off order picker, reach truck and/or sit-down forklifts multiple times per day
Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
Walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to stand up to 8+ hours per day on concrete floor with or without limited movement
Ability to climb up and down ladders of 6 feet with handrails
Ability to work in an environment with noise levels averaging up to 85 db per 8 hours
Ability to work overtime as requested by employer
Ability to complete training on a computer when required (this is primarily for safety and job-related training)
Top Candidate Will Also Have:
Previous distribution center, warehouse, and/or order filling experience
Experienced with operation of materials handling equipment
Additional Information:
Located in Lafayette, Indiana (most positions are located at 1521 Kepner Drive Lafayette, IN 47905 and 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
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/careersPlease ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.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:October 28, 2024 - November 27, 2024Any 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .
