Forklift Operator – 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts

Caterpillar; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Forklift Operator, where your work shapes the world. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to building a sustainable future, ensuring efficient operations in a dynamic environment. This role offers a competitive wage, comprehensive benefits starting from day one, and opportunities for growth and development. With a focus on safety and quality, you will utilize your skills to manage inventory and support production processes. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and build a rewarding career, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 6+ months of warehouse operations experience required.
• Forklift certification or experience with stand-up forklift is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Locate and move products safely to storage or assembly line.
• Inspect and maintain forklift; ensure inventory accuracy.

Skills

Warehouse Operations

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

RF Scanning Equipment

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.

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines.Build a Career.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, paid time off, comprehensive benefits that begin Day ONE and paid training.

• 1st shift: $18.41 hour

• 2nd / 3rd shift: $19.88 hour (includes 8% shift premium)

We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line skid steer loaders, multi-terrain loaders and compact track loaders.

As a Forklift Operator at Caterpillar, you will:

• Locate and move products to storage or the assembly line in a safe timely manner.

• Inspect and perform regular maintenance to forklift as necessary.

• Use RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory.

• Obtain and maintain Forklift Certification through proven operation of equipment.

• Rotate to various positions within the Job Function area to perform related activities.

• Follow and utilize CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.

• Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies and notify appropriate personnel of results or required actions.

• Identify damaged material and report shortages or quality deficiencies.

• Identify and correct or report safety hazards in the work area.

• Ensure grief and receiving processes and procedures are updated and communicated.

What you will have:

• At least 6 months of warehouse operations experience.

• At least 6 months of stand-up forklift and/or cherry/order picker experience OR a current Caterpillar Sanford forklift license.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Must be able to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes.

• Must be able to work at heights of up to 20 feet from the floor.

• Must be able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.

• Must be able to walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes.

Shift Schedules:

1st Shift

Monday – Friday: 6 am – 2 pm

Monday – Thursday: 6 am – 4 pm

Monday – Thursday: 6:30 am – 4:30 pm

2nd Shift

Monday – Friday: 2 pm – 10 pm

Monday – Thursday: 2 pm – 12 am

Monday afternoon – Friday morning: 4 pm – 2 am

3rd Shift

Sunday night – Thursday morning: 10 pm – 6 am

Monday night – Thursday morning: 7:30 pm – 5:30 am

Additional Information:

Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

Final details

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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.

Summary Pay Range:

$19.00 - $22.40

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:

April 9, 2025 - April 16, 2025

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

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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