- Location
- Mapleton, Illinois, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Career Area:
OperationsJob 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.
Material Specialist
As a Material Specialist at Caterpillar, you will execute a variety of functions related to material handling and warehouse operations. You will also work with various source documents to verify the accuracy and conditions of parts.
This role includes salary starting at $20.40/hour with periodic wage increases, healthcare insurance, employee discount programs, free employee assistance program, and more. Depending on business requirements, normal working hours will be 40 hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Don’t miss this opportunity! We also offer an additional $1.00/hour night shift premium for our 2nd shift employees!
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Work in a environment with changing temperatures
Walk, squat, and bend over for intervals at a time
Operate material handling equipment such as power trucks, forklifts, pallet lifts, etc.
Perform stock counts
Pick parts manually and deliver to various parts of facility
Required qualifications for Mapleton Seals Material Handler:
Basic knowledge of warehouse or similar environment
Ability to obtain certification to drive facility vehicles
Top candidates will also have:
Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Basic math skills
Additional Information:
Position available on 2nd shift
2nd shift: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Monday - Friday
This position does not offer relocation
This position requires no travel
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age
Positions are supplemental full-time
What we offer:
Competitive starting wages with scheduled wage increases
Day one benefits
Employee national discounts
Development opportunities
* Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. We owe it to our employees and their families to work in a safe and secure workplace.
What to Expect After Applying:
Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.
On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.
Summary Pay Range:
$0.00 - $0.00Compensation 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:
August 5, 2026 - August 9, 2026Any 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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