Material Handler - Outside Transport, 2nd Shift $2k Sign-On

Caterpillar Inc.; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

401(k) plans

HSA

FSAs

Career development

Incentive bonus

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar South Milwaukee is seeking a Material Handler for Outside Transportation to support production and logistics on the 2nd shift.

You will safely receive, stage, load, and transport materials while ensuring accuracy in documentation and inventory records; operate forklifts; and uphold safety and 5S standards in a fast‑paced environment.

The role offers competitive hourly pay, a sign-on/retention bonus up to $2,000, and a comprehensive benefits package as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of shipping and/or receiving experience.
• Minimum 2 years of forklift experience.
• Ability to read and understand Bills of Lading, packing lists, and receiving documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform shipping and receiving activities including unloading/loading trucks, verifying materials, and preparing shipments.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, stage, and deliver materials.
• Read and verify Bills of Lading, packing lists, and receiving documents to ensure accuracy.
• Load trucks using forklifts while ensuring proper weight distribution and securement.
• Complete inventory transactions and support cycle counts to maintain accuracy.
• Identify and resolve material discrepancies and elevate issues as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment following all safety standards and 5S practices.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and workflow.

Skills

Shipping & receiving

Forklift operation

Documentation reading

Job description

Caterpillar South Milwaukee is seeking a Material Handler for Outside Transportation to support production and logistics on the 2nd shift.

You will safely receive, stage, load, and transport materials while ensuring accuracy in documentation and inventory records; operate forklifts; and uphold safety and 5S standards in a fast‑paced environment.

The role offers competitive hourly pay, a sign-on/retention bonus up to $2,000, and a comprehensive benefits package as described in the posting.