Career Foundations (Students Only) - Warehouse Associate
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. Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking Warehouse Associates at our Miami Distribution Center. As a Caterpillar Warehouse Associate, you support Caterpillar's customers by getting parts from our distribution centers directly to where they need them. This role includes sorting parts, building protective carriers for engines, and operating equipment, such as reach trucks and cherry pickers. This position is ideal for those building foundational skills in the warehouse, generally within the first 24 months of their career. If you have a higher level of experience, please apply here: HERE Additional Information: 15550 NW 59 Avenue, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Must be at least 18 years of age Multiple shifts available, starting at 19.10/hr! Relocation assistance is not offered for this position Candidates must be able to read, write and conduct business in English Ability to work overtime when required
Requirements
- Safety Mindset: Consistent usage of required PPE and safety procedures for tasks being performed.
- At least 18 years of age.
- This position is ideal for those building foundational skills in the warehouse, generally within the first 24 months of their career.
- Time Management: Reliable, on-time attendance record; Ability to efficiently reach productivity goals.
- Adaptability: Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures; Ability to work overtime when required; Eagerness to learn processes and procedures in multiple areas.
- Collaborative: Promote a culture of teamwork where we help each other to learn and meet shared goals.
- Communication: Share information clearly, listen to understand, resolve issues through open dialogue, and use communication tools to stay connected.
- Must be able to read, write and conduct business in English with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Thoroughness: The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; perform a variety of clerical functions as needed and understand basic math.
- Agility: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually, walk, sit, stand, squat, and bend over repetitively, throughout your shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Recent enrollment at a local community school including high school, trade school, community or junior college.
Responsibilities
- Safely perform the material handling and warehousing processes required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Operate handheld scanner to access and update information for receiving, counting and order processing.
- Willingness to be trained on and operate cherry/order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead cranes/hoists.
- Keep in mind, not all available positions operate equipment
- Report defects and need for repairs.
- Utilize pneumatic tools and/or power tools to build and construct wooden shipping containers
- Utilize tools for the application of paint and rust preventative
- Perform housekeeping functions as required
- Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time
Benefits
- Base wage is $19.10/hour (paid weekly)
- Night shift premium of $.75/hour for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory)
- Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1
- Up to 6% company match for 401k
- Merit based raises annually
- 10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year), up to 11 paid holidays
- Company paid Life Insurance (2X salary)
- Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.
- College tuition assistance program available after 1 year employment
- A safety focused workplace
- Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar
- 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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
