Material Specialist - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar•York, PA

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division is hiring Material Specialists to perform material handling and warehousing tasks involving the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies. The role uses handheld scanners to access and update information for receiving, counting, and order processing. Some positions use order pickers, reach trucks, and sit-down forklifts; not all positions require equipment operation. The role also includes housekeeping, reporting defects and repair needs, and other duties assigned by management. The position requires working safely and collaboratively, following verbal and written instructions, conducting quality checks, and maintaining accuracy. The work environment can have frequently changing temperatures, and the physical duties include repeatedly lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, walking approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, and repetitive sitting, standing, squatting, and bending. Employees must be comfortable working on equipment at heights up to 30 feet. Overtime may be required and may be mandatory. The listed third shift runs Sunday night through Friday morning, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Shift availability varies, and there may be a waiting period before a position on the requested shift becomes available. Starting wage is $20.96 per hour, plus a $1 per hour third-shift differential.

Requirements

Consistently use required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
Have reliable, on-time attendance and the ability to efficiently meet performance goals.
Adapt to frequently changing temperatures and work overtime when required.
Be willing to learn processes in multiple areas and be trained to operate equipment such as order pickers, reach trucks, and sit-down forklifts.
Work collaboratively and help teammates learn and meet shared goals.
Perform quality checks accurately and follow verbal and written instructions.
Perform basic math and a variety of clerical functions as needed.
Demonstrate at least one year of longevity in previous employment.
Repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually; walk approximately 10 to 12 miles per day; and sit, stand, squat, and bend repetitively throughout the shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be comfortable working on equipment at heights up to 30 feet.
Pass pre-employment background and drug screenings and receive clearance following the post-offer medical questionnaire.

Responsibilities

Safely receive, process, store, move, pack, and ship parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
Use order pickers, reach trucks, and sit-down forklifts when required by the position.
Use a handheld scanner to access and update information for receiving, counting, and order processing.
Perform housekeeping functions and report defects and repair needs.
Perform quality checks and clerical functions as needed.
Carry out other duties assigned by Caterpillar management.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits starting on day one.
401(k) company match of 75% of employee contributions on the first 6% contributed.
Wage increases of $0.25 per hour at regular intervals.
Up to 15 vacation days, 9 holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a personal absence allowance, prorated based on start date.
Company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual base salary, up to $75,000.
Employee Assistance Programs, including clinical services, work-life and professional consultations, and workplace support.
Onsite nurse and health screening opportunities.
Training and opportunities for personal and professional growth and upward movement within Caterpillar.
Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half; some overtime may be mandatory.
Double time on the second worked day outside the employee’s regular workweek schedule.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Career development.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.