Warehouse Associate Off Shifts

Caterpillar Inc.•Lafayette, IN

2d•Onsite

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. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. As a Warehouse Associate at Caterpillar Inc., you will play a key role in supporting our operations by accurately verifying part numbers, locations, and quantities using a variety of source documents. In addition to counting parts and fulfilling orders, you will perform first‑line quality checks to identify damage or defects. Join a fast‑growing team in our expanding, 1‑million‑square‑foot facility featuring newly renovated warehouse and office spaces. This role offers paid training, flexible 8‑hour or 12‑hour shifts, and clear career opportunities—including the ability to apply for new roles after just 30 days—empowering you to grow from a job into a long‑term career at Caterpillar.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to read, write and conduct business in English
Ability to work overtime when required
able to lift up to 35 pounds individually (70lb team lift) and work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.
Able to work on platform at heights of 26 feet or higher for long stretches of time.

Responsibilities

Operating heavy equipment including sit down forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and overhead hoists.
Perform material handling and warehousing functions such as unloading, sorting, putting away, picking, packing and shipping parts, materials and supplies.
Read process flows and follow detailed instructions to ensure the movement of material within a warehouse.
Track and record hourly or daily activities completed during each shift.
Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or mark information on cases, bales or other handling units.
Reliability is important, be on-time and maintain a good attendance record to safely and efficiently meet the needs of the customer.
Conducts daily maintenance and keeps tracking safety logs on equipment.
Inspects working environment to promote safe work area.
Utilizes personal protective equipment required or recommended for task at hand.
Speak up if safety concerns are encountered.
Takes personal accountability for safety.
Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping materials.
Understand and meet daily targets relative to role.
Maintains item and inventory management records.
Helps problem solving bottlenecks and delays through continuous improvement.
Uses handheld scanners to assist real-time inventory software, to ensure accurate material levels are maintained.
Work together as a team to help each other learn and meet shared goals.
Come to work with a positive attitude and ideas for continuous improvement.
Responsible for inventory accuracy.
Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned.
Uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.
The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience.
Uses verbal and non-verbal communication to receive direction and share ideas and job-related needs.
Always demonstrate effective communication in a professional demeanor.
Maintains focus on the topic at hand with a teamwork outlook.

Benefits

Paid training
flexible 8‑hour or 12‑hour shifts
clear career opportunities—including the ability to apply for new roles after just 30 days
Potential monthly attendance bonus of $200
Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory).
Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1.
6% company match for 401k.
Annual increases, based on your performance evaluation.
Annual bonus potential based on personal and company performance.
Time Off (Vacation & PTO) and Paid Holidays.
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