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.
Job Description/Responsibilities:
Secure job assignment, including minimal job instructions for ordinary work, facilities and materials.
Determine sequence of operations.
Identify materials, prepare and pack parts, sub-assemblies and complete machines in boxes, pallets and other containers.
Load containers, parts, sub-assemblies and machines on freight cars, trucks, etc. manually or with jib and overhead cranes or lift truck in accordance with loading instructions.
Secure parts/material with bands, loading rods and plates, lumber and other blocking materials and miscellaneous hardware items, using saws, drills, hammers and other hand tools.
Apply preservatives and protective materials.
Workload may change mid operation to more priority concerns.
Unload trucks, open or assist in opening containers using tools required, assist in storing material in proper location using hand and power trucks, jib or overhead cranes, or other material handling equipment.
Hitch forklift to wagons
Move to destination and unload with extreme care and judgement.
Check materials for proper loading and unloading. Pack materials for shipment, mark and shop.
May work outside.
Identify, paint, tag parts, etc. for shipment.
Pack and secure in containers or on skids or other packing materials or prepare for loose shipment., manually, or with jib or overhead radio/pendant crane and power and hand tools.
Check part numbers, quantity shipped, weights, and dimensions and note on shipping documents.
May repair wood totes skids, etc. for use in securing parts. Mark as required dimensions, weights, etc. on loose pieces or packages.
Keep facilities, materials and work area clean and orderly, exercising care in use and assisting in maintenance as required. Conform to safety and inspection requirements.
Assure materials being shipped are properly prepared, identified and routed to ensure shipment to proper destination.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years experience cutting, forming and building a variety of wood boxes for shipment of products
Experience of loading and securing large components onto rail cars and trucks
Experience using hand and power tools (drills, saws, etc.)
Must have at least one or more years of forklift experience heavier than 11,000 lb. capacity.
Desired Qualifications:
Carpentry background a plus
Ability to work well individually or in a team environment
Ability to work overtime to support production demands
Experience in preserving and securing parts on crates and skids
Additional Information:
This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This position is 1st shift
This position starts at Step 1- $21.25/hr, Step 2; $21.72 hr, Step 3 ;$22.20 hr
This position includes immediate benefits, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a matching Tax-Deferred Savings Plan.
No relocation assistance is available.
Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances as well as a medical evaluation.
$2000 Sign On & Retention Bonus available!!!!
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Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?
Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential
All Positions are Full Time
Bonuses for New Hires and Referrals
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave
Benefits Effective Date of Hire - Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
401k with 6% Company Match
Company Discounts and Voluntary Benefits
Recognition Programs
Employee Assistance Program (includes eligible dependents)
Adoption Assistance Program
Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses), Safety Boot Reimbursement
Company Provided Uniforms and Caps
Uniform Lockers, Personal Lockers, Showers
Lunchroom with Self-Service Canteen
Caterpillar 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 www.caterpillar.com/careers
Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.
Summary Pay Range:
$21.25 - $26.86
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
Visa Sponsorship is not available 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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
June 5, 2025 - July 2, 2025
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.
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