Materials Specialist 2P51 - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Mapleton (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one benefits

Employee national discounts

Development opportunities

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Material Specialist in Mapleton, IL to handle material and warehouse operations, verify parts with source documents, and support continuous operations.

The role offers a starting wage and clear hours with potential overtime, focusing on safety and efficiency. Applicants should bring warehouse exposure, the ability to obtain vehicle certification, and basic math skills; prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of warehouse or similar environment.
• Ability to obtain certification to drive facility vehicles.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a environment with changing temperatures
• Walk, squat, and bend over for intervals at a time
• Operate material handling equipment such as power trucks, forklifts, pallet lifts, etc.
• Perform stock counts
• Pick parts manually and deliver to various parts of facility

Skills

Warehouse experience

Basic math skills

Certification to drive facility voertu

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.

Material Specialist

As a Material Specialist at Caterpillar, you will execute a variety of functions related to material handling and warehouse operations. You will also work with various source documents to verify the accuracy and conditions of parts.

This role includes salary starting at $20.40/hour with periodic wage increases, healthcare insurance, employee discount programs, free employee assistance program, and more. Depending on business requirements, normal working hours will be 40 hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Work in a environment with changing temperatures
• Walk, squat, and bend over for intervals at a time
• Operate material handling equipment such as power trucks, forklifts, pallet lifts, etc.
• Perform stock counts
• Pick parts manually and deliver to various parts of facility

Required qualifications for Mapleton Seals Material Handler:

• Basic knowledge of warehouse or similar environment
• Ability to obtain certification to drive facility vehicles

Top candidates will also have:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Basic math skills

Additional Information:

• Position available on 1st shift
• 1st shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday
• This position does not offer relocation
• This position requires no travel
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age
• Positions are supplemental full-time

Competencies

• Safety Focus – Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards, and contributing to a safe work environment.
• Responsibility & Dependability – Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.
• Functional Expertise & Continuous Learning – Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.

What we offer:

• Competitive starting wages with scheduled wage increases
• Day one benefits
• Employee national discounts
• Development opportunities

* Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. We owe it to our employees and their families to work in a safe and secure workplace.

What to Expect After Applying:

• Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.

• On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

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

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