Warehouse Associate- 1st shift- Fountain Inn

Career Area: Operations

Job Description:

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.

At Caterpillar, you build what matters—whether it’s the career you want, crucial work skills, strong relationships or new digital technologies. – Our work is powered by our people. As a Caterpillar warehouse associate – every day you’ll make sure our customers get the quality products they need to build our world’s infrastructure. And you’ll do it in modern, clean, safe environments equipped with the latest technologies. Here you can do the work that matters, safely.

Positions available in Fountain Inn, SC on First shift working Monday through Friday 7am-3 pm . Don't miss this opportunity!

• Starting wage is $20.05/hour
• Annual performance review with potential pay increase
• Quarterly bonus on top of base pay
• Full-time with benefits include:
• 401(k) with up to 6% matching,
• Life,
• Health,
• Vision and Dental Insurance,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Employee discount programs
• .

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Utilizing material handling equipment, primarily push carts
• Perform material handling and warehousing functions
• Order filling, processing, storing/ picking of parts, materials, equipment and supplies
• Ability to work with a strong safety-minded culture, in a temperature controlled environment
• Operating automated packaging equipment, shipping and receiving

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical

Basic Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes
• Walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stand for 8 consecutive hours
• Ability to work overtime, often on short notice

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Experience with operation of materials handling equipment - or willingness to be trained
• Previous distribution center, warehouse, and/or order filling experience

What to Expect After Applying:

*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.

*Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.

*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical

Caterpillar is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

​Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at

Summary Pay Range:

$20.05 - $25.55

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• 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

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

September 3, 2026 - September 9, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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