Warehouse Associate

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About the role

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking talented Warehouse Associates at our Spokane Distribution Center located at 9610 W. Hallett Road, Spokane, WA 99224.

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 order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead hoists. (Not all 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.

Requirements

• Safety Mindset: Consistent usage of required PPE and safety procedures for tasks being performed.
• Team Mentality: Promote a culture of teamwork where we help each other to learn and meet shared goals.
• 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.
• 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; ability to read/write and interpret documents in English.
• Experience: At least 1 year of warehouse experience and demonstrated longevity of at least twelve months in previous employment.
• Agility: Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds individually, walk approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, sit, stand, squat, and bend over repetitively and consistently, throughout your shift with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay

• Starting rate of $20.55/hr (an additional $1 shift premium where applicable).
• Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory).
• Summary pay range: $19.35 - $25.15.

Schedule

Actual shift availability varies week by week. Successful candidates will be started as soon as a position becomes available on their requested shift. Shifts may include:

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm ($20.55/hour)
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 2pm – 10:30pm ($21.55/hour)
• 3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday morning 10pm – 6:30am ($21.55/hour)
• 4th Shift: Saturday and Sunday 10am – 8:30pm and Monday and Tuesday 2pm – 12:30am ($21.55/hour)
• 5th Shift: Wednesday – Friday 2pm – 12:30am and Saturday 10am – 8:30pm ($21.55/hour)
• 7th Shift: Monday night to Friday morning 10pm - 8:30am ($21.55/hour)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits starting day 1.
• 6% company match for 401k.
• Annual raises, based on your performance evaluation.
• 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time.
• 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 of employment.
• Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar.
• Additional benefits subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines:
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Lifestyle Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
  • Career Development
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part-time employees.