Distribution Technician-3rd Shift
About The Position
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. Distribution Technician-3rd Shift Location: Lafayette, Indiana Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k, available first day of employment. www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account. CATERPILLAR - BUILD WHAT MATTERS What matters most to you? Is it being part of a strong team? Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters! The Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, IN currently has an opening for a Distribution Technician. In this role you will be responsible for material availability for Assembly consumption. The primary focus for the Distribution Technician will be moving material to the assembly line via stand-up, or sit-down fork truck.
Requirements
- Must have at least 2 years of stand-up fork truck experience.
- Must have good written and oral communication skills.
- Self-motivated, safety-conscious individual capable of working independently.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.
- Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and be able to squat.
- Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed
- Must be able to stand on concrete for 8+ hours.
Nice To Haves
- Be flexible to work overtime as needed to support production demands.
- Possess and show strong interpersonal skills and apply customer-based focus.
Responsibilities
- Moving material to the assembly line via stand-up fork truck
- Helping Stores Controller maintain inventory accuracy on production parts
- Making sure material is delivered to point of use in FIFO order
- Utilizing computer system to input parts orders and move interplant material
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Incentives/Bonus Opportunities
- Matching 401k
- available first day of employment
- 13 days / 104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
- 11 Paid holidays (Prorated based upon start date)
- 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
- Climate controlled work environment – most areas
- Clean/safe work environment
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
