1st Shift Warehouse Associate - Waco Tools

1st Shift Warehouse Associate - Waco Work Tools

Your work shapes the world at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team that cares not only about the work we do but also about each other.

Operations – Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking talented Warehouse Associates at our Waco Work Tools Facility located at 2100 Orchard Lane, Waco, TX 76705.

• Shift/hours: 1st Shift – Monday‑Friday 6:00 am – 2:00 pm (overtime may be required depending on business need). Starting wage: $19.05 / hr.

• Utilizing and inspecting heavy equipment including sit‑down forklift, pallet jack, and overhead hoists.
• Safely performing material‑handling and warehousing processes required in receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Operating 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. All positions will operate equipment.
• Reporting defects and need for repairs.
• Utilizing pneumatic tools and/or power tools to build and construct wooden shipping containers.
• Using tools for paint application and rust prevention.
• Performing housekeeping functions as required.
• Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.

• 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 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.
• Experience:
  
  demonstrated longevity of at least 12 months in prior employment or volunteer experience. Equipment experience required (order pickers, reach trucks, sit‑down forklifts, and overhead hoists).
• Agility: must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds individually, walk approximately 10–12 miles per day, sit, stand, squat, and bend over repeatedly and consistently throughout your shift with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Starting wage: $19.05 / hr (paid weekly).
• Overtime opportunities available at 1.5× pay rate.
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day one.
• 6 % company match for 401(k).
• 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick time.
• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening
• Post‑Offer Medical Questionnaire – clearance from Corporate Medical

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.

Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

Summary Pay Range: $0.00 – $0.00

Posting Dates:
January 5, 2026 – January 18, 2026

Benefits summary list:
Medical, dental, 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.

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