Warehouse Associate

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities paid at time of

Medical, dental, vision and prescribed

6% 401k company match

Annual raises

Paid vacation and holidays

Company paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition reimbursement after 1 year

Safety focused workplace

Growth through training

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is hiring Warehouse Associates at our Spokane Distribution Center in Spokane, WA. Join a fast-paced team handling receiving, warehousing, packing and shipping tasks with safety as a priority.

Shifts run Mon-Fri and weekends with overtime opportunities; hourly pay ranges from $19.95 to $20.95 depending on shift, with benefits starting Day 1 and a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Safety mindset and PPE usage required.
• Team mentality with time management and adaptability.
• Willingness to operate equipment where required and learn processes.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform material handling and warehousing tasks including receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing and shipping parts and materials.
• Operate handheld scanners for order processing and inventory updates.
• Be trained on order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts and overhead hoists where available.
• Report defects and needed repairs; perform general housekeeping and basic clerical tasks.

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.

Weekly Pay + Benefits Starting Day 1 + Career Growth Opportunities

Join our fast-paced warehouse team and start enjoying the benefits of a great job from your first day. We're seeking reliable Warehouse Associates who are ready to work, learn, and grow.

What You Will Do:

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking talented Warehouse Associates at our Spokane Distribution Center located at 9610 W. Hallett Road, Spokane, WA 99224.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Safely perform the material handling and warehousing processes required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate handheld scanner to access and update information for receiving, counting and order processing.
• Willingness to be trained on and operate order pickers, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead hoists. Keep in mind, not all available positions operate equipment.
• Report defects and need for repairs.
• Utilize pneumatic tools and/or power tools to build and construct wooden shipping containers.
• Utilize tools for the application of paint and rust preventative.
• Perform housekeeping functions as required.
• Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.

What You Bring:

• Safety Mindset: Consistent usage of required PPE and safety procedures for tasks being performed.
• Team Mentality:
  • Time Management: Reliable, on-time attendance record; Ability to efficiently reach productivity goals.
  • Adaptability: Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures;Ability to work overtime when required; Eagerness to learn processes and procedures in multiple areas.
  • Collaborative: Promote a culture of teamwork where we help each other to learn and meet shared goals.
• Thoroughness: The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; perform a variety of clerical functions as needed and understand basic math; ability to read/write and interpret documents in English
• Experience: Have at least 1 year of warehouse experience and Demonstrated longevity of at least twelve months in previous employment
  • Agility: Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds individually, walk approximately 10 to 12 miles per day, sit, stand, squat, and bend over repetitively and consistently, throughout your shift with or without reasonable accommodation.

What You Will Get:

• Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory).
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1.
• 6% company match for 401k.
• Annual raises, based on your performance evaluation.
• 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time.
• Company paid Life Insurance (2X salary)
• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.
• College tuition assistance program available after 1 year employment.
• A safety focused workplace.
• Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar.

What to Expect After Applying:

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

• Candidates that have passed the phone screen will be scheduled for an interview.

Shifts:

Actual shift availability varies week by week. Successful candidates will be started as soon as a position becomes available on their requested shift. Please note that this could mean a sizable waiting period before starting.

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm ($19.95/hour)
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 2pm – 10:30pm ($20.95/hour)
• 3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday morning 10pm – 6:30am ($20.95/hour)
• 4th Shift: Saturday and Sunday 10am – 8:30pm and Monday and Tuesday 2pm – 12:30am ($20.95/hour)
• 5th Shift: Wednesday – Friday 2pm – 12:30am and Saturday 10am – 8:30pm ($20.95/hour)
• 7th Shift: Monday night to Friday morning 10pm - 8:30am ($20.95/hour)

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical

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.

Caterpillar is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website

Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters.

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

Summary Pay Range:

$19.35 - $25.15

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.

Posting Dates:

July 31, 2026 - August 30, 2026

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.