Warehouse Person (Swing and Night Shift)

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. 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. 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.
Potential Shifts: 2nd Shift 2:30pm - 10:30pm Monday - Friday
3rd Shift 10:30pm - 6:30am Sunday - Thursday
D2 Shift: 6:30am - 6:30pm Thursday - Saturday
N1 Shift 6:30pm - 6:30am Sunday - Wednesday
N2 Shift 6:30pm - 6:30am Wednesday - Saturday
Located in Lafayette, IN (most positions are located at 1521 Kepner Drive Lafayette, IN 47905 & 1627 Veterans Memorial Pkwy E, Lafayette, IN 47905). Potential monthly attendance bonus of $200. 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.
What You Will Do: 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.
What You Have: Safety Conducts daily maintenance and keeps tracking safety logs on equipment. Utilizes personal protective equipment required or recommended for task at hand. Takes personal accountability for safety.
Warehouse Management Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping materials. 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.
Collaboration Work together as a team to help each other learn and meet shared goals. Accuracy and Attention to Detail Responsible for inventory accuracy. The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience.
What You Will Get: Starting wage is $19.55/hour (additional night shift premium for off shifts). Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory).
Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day1.
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.
Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar.
Post‑Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters. Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters.
Summary Pay Range: $19.55-$25.35 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

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