Wheel Shop Material Handler & Forklift Operator

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Group Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Incentive Bonus Plan

Site Relocation Programs

Job summary

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is seeking a production-oriented individual for wheel shop duties in East Chicago, Indiana. Primary tasks include removing bearings, documenting wheel set specs, and preparing sets for qualification, with forklift operation for material movement and palletizing.

The role emphasizes cross-training across shop stations, on-site forklift training, and a fast-paced environment where safety and efficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Fast-paced individual willing to train in several areas of the shop as needed.
• Forklift certification is a plus, but training will be provided on site.
• Willing to cross-train at other stations.

Responsibilities

• Remove bearings from second hand sets and document wheel set size and type on QA form.
• Move material within the shop using a forklift and palletize/disposition items.
• Assist in wheel set preparation for wheel qualifying operator and perform minor cleaning as needed.

Education

Forklift training

Cross-training

Job description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is seeking a production-oriented individual for wheel shop duties in East Chicago, Indiana. Primary tasks include removing bearings, documenting wheel set specs, and preparing sets for qualification, with forklift operation for material movement and palletizing.

The role emphasizes cross-training across shop stations, on-site forklift training, and a fast-paced environment where safety and efficiency are essential.