1st Shift Warehouse Associate - Waco Work Tools

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Waco, TX is hiring for a Warehouse Associate at the Work Tools Facility. The 1st shift runs Monday–Friday 6am–2pm with starting pay of $19.05 per hour; overtime may be required.

You’ll handle receiving, storage, packing, shipping, and loading tasks using forklifts and pallet jacks, supported by a safety-minded, team-oriented work environment. Benefits start day one, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Safety procedures and PPE usage required.
• Experience with equipment and safety standards.
• Minimum 12 months in prior roles or volunteer work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect heavy equipment like sit down forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Handle receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing and shipping.
• Use handheld scanner to update receiving and order data.
• Operate order pickers, reach trucks and hoists when trained.
• Report defects and perform basic quality checks.
• Assemble wooden shipping containers and apply rust preventative coatings.
• Maintain housekeeping and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety mindset

Team mentality

Time management

Adaptability

Collaborative

Thoroughness

Equipment experience

Agility

Job description

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 touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution.

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking talented Warehouse Associates at our Waco Work Tools Facility located at 2100 Orchard Lane Waco, TX 76705.

Shifts:

• Shift/hours: 1st Shift- Monday-Friday 6am - 2pm (overtime may be required depending on business need) Starting Wage: $19.05/ HR

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Utilizing and inspecting heavy equipment including sit down fork truck, pallet jack and overhead hoists.
• 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. Keep in mind, all available positions will 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.

What You Bring:

• Safety Mindset: Consistent usage of required PPE and safety procedures for tasks being performed.
• Team Mentality:
  • 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.
  • Collaborative: Promote a culture of teamwork where we help each other to learn and meet shared goals.
• 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
• Experience: Demonstrated longevity of at least 12 months in previous employment or volunteer experience. Equipment experience required. ( order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead hoists.)
• 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.

What You Will Get:

• Starting wage is $19.05/hour (paid weekly).
• Overtime opportunities available at 1.5x pay rate
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day one
• 6% company match for 401k

• 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.

Great earning potential! If you are career oriented with a strong work ethic, Caterpillar is the place for you!

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.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website.

Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters.

Summary Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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:

August 14, 2026 - August 30, 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.