Career Foundations - Warehouse Associate

Caterpillar Inc.•Clayton, OH

2d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is hiring Warehouse Associates at its Clayton Distribution Center. This position is intended for people building foundational warehouse skills, generally within the first 24 months of their careers. Associates help deliver parts from Caterpillar distribution centers to customers by performing warehouse and material-handling work, sorting parts, building protective shipping carriers, and operating equipment where assigned. The role involves receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping parts and supplies; using handheld scanners; constructing wooden shipping containers; and applying paint or rust preventative. Employees may be trained to use warehouse vehicles and equipment. The work environment can involve frequently changing temperatures and physical activity throughout the shift. Multiple shifts are available, and overtime may be required. The role is based at the Clayton Distribution Center in Clayton, Ohio.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Able to read, write, and conduct business in English, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds individually and repeatedly walk, sit, stand, squat, and bend throughout the shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.
Able to work overtime when required; some overtime may be mandatory.
Reliable, on-time attendance and ability to efficiently meet productivity goals.
Ability to learn processes and procedures in multiple areas.
Ability to communicate clearly, listen to understand, resolve issues through open dialogue, and use communication tools to stay connected.
Ability to perform accurate quality checks, follow instructions, and understand basic math.
Consistent use of required PPE and safety procedures.
Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening, drug screening, and post-offer medical questionnaire clearance.

Nice To Haves

Recent enrollment at a local community school, including high school, trade school, community college, or junior college.
Foundational warehouse skills or experience; the role is generally intended for people within the first 24 months of their career.

Responsibilities

Safely perform material handling and warehousing 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 cherry/order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead cranes or hoists; not every position operates equipment.
Report defects and identify 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.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
Perform quality checks, follow verbal and written instructions, and perform clerical functions as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits starting day one.
401(k) with 6% company match.
Merit-based annual raises.
10 paid vacation days, prorated in the first calendar year, and up to 9 paid holidays.
Company-paid life insurance equal to 2x salary.
Employee Assistance Programs, including financial advice and personal and group therapy.
College tuition assistance after one year of employment.
Training and opportunities for personal and professional growth and upward movement.
Weekly pay.
Night-shift premium of $1.50 per hour for second and third shifts.
Overtime paid at time and a half, based on business need.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.