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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.
Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.
Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, paid time off, comprehensive benefits that begins Day ONE and paid training.
1st shift: $19.00/hour
2nd/3rd shift: $20.52/hour (includes 8% shift premium)
We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.
As a Forklift Operator at Caterpillar, you will:
Locate and move products to storage or the assembly line in a safe timely manner.
Ability to inspect and perform regular maintenance to forklift as necessary.
Use of RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory.
Ability to obtain and maintain Forklift Certification through proven operation of equipment.
May rotate to various positions within the Job Function area to perform related activities.
Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
May investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies and notify appropriate personnel of results or required actions.
Ability to identify damaged material and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
Identify and correct or report safety hazards in the work area.
Ensures grief and receiving processes and procedures are updated and communicated.
What you will have:
At least 6 months of warehouse operations experience
At least 6 months of stand-up forklift and/or cherry/order picker experience OR a current Caterpillar Sanford forklift license
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):
Must be able to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes
Must be able to work at heights of up to 20 feet from the floor
Must be able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
Must be able to walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes
Shift Schedules:
1st Shift
Monday – Friday: 6 am – 2 pm
Monday – Thursday: 6 am – 4 pm
Monday – Thursday: 6:30 am – 4:30 pm
2nd Shift
Monday – Friday: 2 pm – 10 pm
Monday – Thursday: 2 pm – 12 am
Monday afternoon – Friday morning: 4 pm – 2 am
3rd Shift
Sunday night – Thursday morning: 10 pm – 6 am
Monday night – Thursday morning: 7:30 pm – 5:30 am
Additional Information:
Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.
Employee benefit details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.
Final details
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.
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
Summary Pay Range:
$19.00 - $22.40Compensation 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:
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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Caterpillar Inc. designs, tests and manufactures engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives.