Material Specialist - 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•York, PA

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking Material Specialists to perform material-handling and warehousing functions for parts, materials, equipment, and supplies. The work covers receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping. Depending on the position, the role may involve operating order pickers, reach trucks, and sit-down forklifts, as well as using a handheld scanner to access and update receiving, counting, and order-processing information. The position also involves housekeeping, reporting defects or repair needs, and other duties assigned by management. The role requires a consistent focus on safety, quality, teamwork, attendance, and productivity. Work may take place in frequently changing temperatures and involve repetitive physical activity, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, walking approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, and repeatedly sitting, standing, squatting, and bending throughout a shift. Employees must be comfortable working on equipment at heights up to 30 feet. Overtime may be required and may sometimes be mandatory. The listed second shift is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; actual shift availability varies, and there may be a waiting period before starting. Candidates must pass background and drug screenings and receive clearance through a post-offer medical questionnaire. Relocation reimbursement is not offered. The listed starting wage is $20.96 per hour; the posting also mentions a $1 per hour differential for third shift, overtime pay, double time for a second worked day outside the regular workweek schedule, and periodic $0.25 per hour raises.

Requirements

Demonstrated longevity of at least one year in previous employment.
Consistently use required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
Maintain reliable, on-time attendance and efficiently work toward performance goals.
Adapt to frequently changing temperatures and work overtime when required.
Be willing to learn processes and procedures in multiple areas and be trained to operate equipment such as order pickers, reach trucks, and sit-down forklifts.
Work collaboratively and contribute to shared team goals.
Focus on accuracy, perform quality checks, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Understand basic math.
Repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually, walk approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, and repeatedly sit, stand, squat, and bend throughout the shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be comfortable working on equipment at heights up to 30 feet.
Pass background and drug screenings and receive clearance from a post-offer medical questionnaire.

Responsibilities

Safely handle and warehouse parts, materials, equipment, and supplies through receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping.
Operate order pickers, reach trucks, and sit-down forklifts where required; not all positions involve equipment operation.
Use a handheld scanner to access and update information for receiving, counting, and order processing.
Perform housekeeping functions and report defects or the need for repairs.
Perform other duties assigned by Caterpillar management.
Perform quality checks and clerical functions as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits starting day one, subject to eligibility and plan terms.
Company matches 75% of employee contributions on the first 6% for the 401(k).
Up to 15 days of vacation, 9 holidays, 2 floating holidays, and personal absence allowance, prorated based on start date.
Company-paid life insurance of 1x annual base salary, up to $75,000.
Employee Assistance Program, 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.
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.
Periodic $0.25 per hour raises.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Parental leave and adoption benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.