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

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

On-site training

Overtime pay

Career growth

401(k)

Paid lunch

Job summary

Join Caterpillar Inc. in Decatur, IL as a Forklift Driver on 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will support manufacturing and logistics, moving, storing, and shipping parts to keep production running.

We look for candidates with warehouse or manufacturing experience, ability to obtain forklift certification, basic math and computer skills, and a safety-first mindset. On-site training, competitive wages, and benefits are provided.

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.

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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety focus

Teamwork

Communication

Basic math

Computer skills

Tools

WMS familiarity

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.

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. 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.
• Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances.

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

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.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.