Warehouse Associate; 1st Shift - Victoria, TX

Career Area:
Operations

Job Description:

When you join Caterpillar, you become part of a global team that cares not only about the work we do but also about each other. We are creators, problem solvers, and future world builders building stronger, more sustainable communities. We make progress and innovation happen with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we build a better world for everyone.

Caterpillar Product Support and Logistics Division is recruiting Warehouse Associate positions in their Victoria, Texas facility. The role starts at $16.45 per hour, pays Caterpillar observed holidays, and includes the Caterpillar ‘Works 4 Me’ limited medical benefit plan from day one. Normal working hours are 40 hours per week with overtime as required.

As a Warehouse Associate, you will perform a variety of functions to check, receive, and verify the accuracy of part locations and quantities. You will count parts, fill orders, and conduct first-line basic quality assessments for damage and defects.

Please note:

This position will train on the first shift for 30 days (7:00 am‑3:30 pm).

Your Safety is Our Priority!

• Climate controlled warehouse & facility
• Uniforms provided
• Company provided eyeglass voucher for prescription safety glasses
• Company provided voucher for safety shoes provided on first day

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• At least three months of work experience

• Safely perform the material handling and warehousing functions 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.
• Perform housekeeping functions as required.
• Utilize heavy equipment, reach trucks, sit‑down forklifts, and overhead cranes.
• Report defects and need for repairs.
• Use pneumatic tools and/or power tools to crate products and prep them for shipment.
• Build and construct wooden shipping containers.
• Apply paint and rust preventative treatments.

• Commitment to Safety and Quality
• Teamwork mentality
• Attitude of Excellence
• Desire to learn new skills and develop your career
• Ability to meet and exceed production goals
• Willingness to operate forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers (training provided)
• Flexibility to work in multiple and/or rotation of areas of the warehouse

• Ability to read/write and interpret documents
• Ability to perform a variety of clerical functions and do basic math
• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork

• Must be able to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15‑30 minutes.
• Infrequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.
• Walk, squat, and bend over for intervals of 15‑30 minutes, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Willingness to be trained with pneumatic tools.
• Willingness to potentially be trained on forklift, cherry pickers, etc.

• Positions are 40 hours per week plus overtime (overtime may be mandatory based on business need)
• First Shift: Monday‑Friday 7:00 am‑3:30 pm
• Starting wage is $16.45 per hour
• This is a full‑time temporary supplemental position
• Openings are located in Victoria, TX
• Eligibility for employment is contingent on passing all active pre‑employment screenings
• No relocation is offered for this position

$16.45 - $21.35 per hour.

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

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.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.