Warehouse Associate - Starting At $20.55 Per Hour

Caterpillar Inc.•Spokane, WA

5d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division is hiring Warehouse Associates for its Spokane Distribution Center in Spokane, Washington. Associates perform material-handling and warehousing processes related to receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping parts, materials, equipment, and supplies. The work may involve handheld scanners, material-handling equipment, tools, and shipping-container construction. Not all positions require operating equipment. Candidates should be prepared to work in changing temperatures and may be assigned to a shift as an opening becomes available; a waiting period may occur. The role offers a starting rate of $20.55 per hour, with a $1 shift premium where applicable, and overtime opportunities, some of which may be mandatory. The posting lists shifts ranging from weekday day shifts to evening, overnight, and weekend schedules. Relocation reimbursement is not offered. Applicants must pass required pre-employment screenings, including a background screening, drug screening, and post-offer medical questionnaire clearance.

Requirements

At least one year of warehouse experience.
At least twelve months of longevity in previous employment.
Consistently use required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
Maintain reliable, punctual attendance and efficiently meet productivity goals.
Adapt to frequently changing temperatures and learn processes and procedures in multiple areas.
Be able to work overtime when required.
Work collaboratively and help teammates learn and meet shared goals.
Perform accurate quality checks and follow verbal and written instructions.
Understand basic math and be able to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
Repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds individually and walk approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, as well as sit, stand, squat, and bend repetitively and consistently throughout the shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pass required pre-employment background and drug screenings and receive clearance from the post-offer medical questionnaire.

Responsibilities

Safely perform warehouse and material-handling processes for receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
Use a handheld scanner to access and update information for receiving, counting, and order processing.
Be willing to train on and operate order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead hoists, depending on the position.
Report defects and the need for repairs.
Use pneumatic and/or power tools to build and construct wooden shipping containers.
Use tools to apply paint and rust preventative.
Perform housekeeping functions as required.
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.
6% company 401(k) match.
Annual raises based on performance evaluation.
Two weeks of paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time.
Company-paid life insurance equal to twice salary.
Employee Assistance Programs, including financial advice and personal and group therapy.
College tuition assistance after one year of employment.
Training and opportunities for career growth and upward movement.
Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts, subject to plan eligibility.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Parental leave and adoption benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.