Forklift Driver - Manufacturing 2nd / 3rd Shift - Decatur, IL

Caterpillar; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 23,185 - 33,021; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Hands-on forklift training

Health care benefits starting Day 1

Wage increases every 26 weeks

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Caterpillar in Decatur, IL is seeking a Forklift Driver for 2nd and 3rd shifts within their Manufacturing Team. The role involves operating forklifts, managing inventory, and ensuring efficient material handling. Candidates must have at least one year of relevant experience and a strong teamwork mindset. Competitive pay starts at $20.40/hr, with a shift premium and benefits including health care from Day 1. This is a supplemental position with opportunities for career growth and wage increases every 26 weeks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification (training provided).
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork mindset.
• Comfortable working in a structured, safety-first environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to move materials safely and efficiently.
• Receive, verify, and store incoming parts, tools, and supplies.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders using handheld scanners.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform daily housekeeping and equipment inspections.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Shipping and receiving

Strong communication

Teamwork mindset

Job description

Forklift Driver – Manufacturing (2nd/3rd Shift) – Caterpillar, Decatur, IL

Location: Decatur, Illinois

Pay: Starting at $20.40/hr + $1.00 shift premium

Job Type: Full-time, Supplemental Schedule: 2nd and 3rd Shift | 40 hours/week | Overtime available

Join Caterpillar’s Manufacturing Team in Decatur.

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.

Caterpillar is hiring Forklift Drivers to support our manufacturing and logistics operations on 2nd and 3rd shift in Decatur, IL. As a Material Handler, you’ll play a key role in moving, storing, and shipping parts and supplies that keep our production lines running. If you have experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or shipping and receiving, this is your opportunity to build a career with a global leader in heavy equipment manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to move materials safely and efficiently.
• Receive, verify, and store incoming parts, tools, and supplies.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders using handheld scanners and warehouse systems.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform daily housekeeping and equipment inspections.
• Work may take place indoors or outdoors depending on the task. Candidates should be comfortable working in changing temperatures and weather conditions.
• Forklift certification is provided - no driver's license required.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification (training provided).
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork mindset.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Comfortable working in a structured, safety-first environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a forklift driver, warehouse associate, or material handler.
• Background in inventory control, order picking, or shipping and receiving.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS).

What Caterpillar Offers

• Competitive Wages: $20.40/hr + $1.00 shift premium
• Hands-on Training: Forklift certification and safety training provided on-site to ensure confidence and readiness from day one.
• Health Care Benefits: Coverage starts Day 1 (must enroll within 31 days).
• Wage Increases: Automatic every 26 weeks, with performance-based acceleration.
• Annual Market Adjustments.
• Paid Lunch Period.
• Overtime Pay: 1.5x for hours over 40/week.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within Caterpillar.

Additional Information

• This is a Supplemental position with limited benefits.
• All candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• After applying, look for an email titled "Your Online Assessment..." and check your spam folder. You will be asked to complete an Online Assessment – this will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
• 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.

Caterpillar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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

Posting Dates: February 24, 2026 - March 26, 2026