Shipping Clerk I

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

About SPM Oil & Gas

SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.  

Job Summary:

The Shipping Clerk assists the section manager in leading team members, coordinating and delegating workflow and overseeing day to day operation of area; promoting cooperative team relationships, establishing and modifying priorities, gathering metrics, generating reports, overseeing work for multiple job classifications, etc. Occasionally performing various warehousing functions at a Caterpillar warehouse/distribution facility.

Additional Information:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Sponsorship is not available for this position
• Schedule: Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Compensation: Pay starts at $19.85 /hour

 

What you will do:

• Order filling, processing, storing/picking of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies
• Operating automated packaging equipment, paint line operation, shipping and receiving
• Multiple systems interaction
• Validate accuracy of receipts to supplier packing lists
• Identify expedited parts
• Prioritize receipts based on receiving schedules
• Resolve grief by working with accounts payable and material coordinators in supply chain on receiving discrepancies
• Interact with carriers
• Schedule outbound loads
• Coordinate with logistics and external carriers to set up expedited shipments
• Ensure accurate counts are recorded prior to any movements into or out of the finished goods inventory
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet 
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers 
• Operates electric hoist, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead cranes to assist in loading or moving materials and products 
• Develops a culture that works to achieve and maintain an accident-free workplace 
• Develops a culture that works to achieve and maintain ongoing housekeeping excellence 
  

What you will have:

• Previous distribution center, warehouse and/or order filling experience
• Knowledge of parts systems, procedures, and operation
• Ability to work with minimal supervisor
• Computer literate
• Good attendance record
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of educations and experience.
  

Physical Demands:

• Consistently lifting 50 pounds individually
• Occasional bending, reaching and squatting while performing tasks
• Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed
• Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
• Standing and/or sitting at a desk while performing tasks

 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$19.85 - $26.55

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

Benefits:

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posting Dates:

October 29, 2026 - November 11, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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