Material Handler

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

The Role

Overview

Handles receiving, storing, and delivering parts, operating forklifts, tracking inventory.

Key Responsibilities

  • inventory management
  • order verification
  • packaging review
  • material handling
  • equipment inspection
  • receiving

Tasks

-Ensure physical and systematic inventory corresponds; -Responsible for verifying orders, pick tickets, packing slips and other outbound documents created by -Review packaging, labeling and documentation to ensure conformance; -Operate industrial forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment and/or overhead cranes to perform material -Communicate effectively with process partners to resolve issues; -Identifies, draws from inventory, and transports material, parts and equipment to and from assembly -Receive, identify, and unload materials/parts and store in inventory; -Demonstrate the ability to train other employees on safe and efficient operation; -Inspect and complete reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.

Requirements

  • forklift
  • certifications
  • problem solving
  • communication
  • strength
  • self‑starter

What You Bring

-Problem solving ability and ability to apply reasoning and common sense for appropriate resolutions. -Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb; -Ability to clearly communicate and document the processing of incoming and outgoing; -Motion – Constant walking Frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and -Familiarizes self with different work areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required -Must be able to deliver urgent items to the production floor consistently, accurately, and safely; -Self-starter, work with little or no supervision, work in a fast-paced environment, adjust to quick changing -Basic mathematical skills; -Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely. -Able to clearly communicate the tracking of incoming parts and relay this to management quickly, -Forklift, pallet jack, mobile equipment, dollies and/or crane experience; -Additional Certifications in the operation of other heavy equipment will substitute for years of -Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible

Benefits

-Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money -Competitive Salary -Paid Vacation -Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans -Employee Assistance Plan -401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting) -Paid Holidays -Education Assistance Program -Employee Recognition Programs -Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs -Site specific Production and Incentive Plans -Paid Time-Off (PTO) -Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance -Flexible Spending Accounts

The Company

About Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

-Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry. -Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally. -Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components. -Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance. -Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience. -Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions. -Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency. -Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.

Sector Specialisms

Railroad

Transit Systems

Infrastructure

Rolling Stock

Heavy Haul Railways

Transit Railways

Locomotive Engines

Trackwork

Rail Components

Rail Fasteners

Rail Welding Equipment

Railroad Signals

Communication Products

Maintenance of Way Power

Diesel-Electric Locomotives

Auxiliary Power

Head-End Power

Diesel Hydraulic Systems

Diesel Mechanical Systems

Power Solutions

Emissions-Compliant Engines

Rail Welding

Railcar Remanufacturing

Specialty Trackwork

Rail Materials