Distribution Technician-1st Shift

Caterpillar Inc.

Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Base: $20.94 - $26.69 ph; bonus/equity: incentives...
Onsite (1st shift)
2 years stand-up fork truck experience
Move material to assembly line
Maintain inventory accuracy
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Distribution Technician for its Lafayette, Indiana facility. The role focuses on ensuring material availability for assembly lines, requiring experience in operating fork trucks and strong communication skills

Job Summary

  • The Distribution Technician is responsible for moving material to the assembly line via stand-up or sit-down fork truck.
  • Caterpillar offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a matching 401k available on the first day of employment.
  • Candidates must be capable of working independently while maintaining safety standards and inventory accuracy in a climate-controlled environment.

Matching Summary

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Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Distribution Technician for its Lafayette, Indiana facility. The role focuses on ensuring material availability for assembly lines, requiring experience in operating fork trucks and strong communication skills.

Salary

Base: $20.94 - $26.69 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Incentives/Bonus Opportunities available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k match, PTO, holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2 years stand-up fork truck experience
  • move material to assembly line
  • maintain inventory accuracy
  • deliver material FIFO order
  • basic computer skills

Nice-to-have

  • flexible to work overtime
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • customer-based focus
  • self-motivated safety-conscious individual

Key Requirements

  • Must have at least 2 years of stand-up fork truck experience
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs

Work Rights

Not specified

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