Warehouse Associate: Paid Training, Growth & Flexible Shifts

Caterpillar Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN is hiring a Warehouse Associate to support operations across a large facility. You will verify part numbers, locations, and quantities, perform quality checks, and participate in a fast-growing team.

The role offers 8‑hour or 12‑hour shifts, paid training, and opportunities to apply for other roles after 30 days. Starting wage is $19.55/hour with night shift premiums; relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Safety: daily maintenance and logging of equipment safety.
• Warehouse operations: receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping materials.
• Teamwork and continuous improvement to meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and hoists.
• Read process flows and follow detailed instructions for material movement.
• Track hourly/daily activities and maintain accurate records.
• Attach labels to materials and ensure proper identification.
• Maintain safety and productivity by good attendance and reliability.
• Lift up to 35 pounds individually; team lifts up to 70 pounds.

Skills

Safety

Warehouse Management

Collaboration

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Effective Communications

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN is hiring a Warehouse Associate to support operations across a large facility. You will verify part numbers, locations, and quantities, perform quality checks, and participate in a fast-growing team.

The role offers 8‑hour or 12‑hour shifts, paid training, and opportunities to apply for other roles after 30 days. Starting wage is $19.55/hour with night shift premiums; relocation is not offered.