Material Handling Specialist

Caterpillar

2 - 4 years

Milwaukee

Posted: 21/06/2026

Job Description

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.

Material Hander - Outside Transportation

Location: Caterpillar Manufacturing Facility – South Milwaukee, WI

Sign-On & Retention Bonus: Up to $2,000

Hourly Pay:

Step 1: $22.10
Step 2: $22.59
Step 3: $23.09

Job Summary

As a Material Handler, for our Outside Transportation, at Caterpillar South Milwaukee, you will play a critical role in supporting production and logistics operations. This position is responsible for safely receiving, staging, loading, and transporting materials while ensuring accuracy in documentation and inventory processes. You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

This position will work in our Saint Francis, Wisconsin warehouse location near our South Milwaukee facility.

Key Responsibilities

Perform shipping and receiving activities including unloading/loading trucks, verifying materials, and preparing shipments.
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, stage, and deliver materials.
Read and verify Bills of Lading, packing lists, and receiving documents to ensure accuracy.
Load trucks using forklifts while ensuring proper weight distribution and securement.
Complete inventory transactions and support cycle counts to maintain accuracy.
Identify and resolve material discrepancies and escalate issues as needed.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment following all safety standards and 5S practices.
Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and workflow.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of shipping and/or receiving experience.
Minimum of 2 years of forklift experience.
Ability to read and understand Bills of Lading, packing lists, and receiving documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of forklift experience.
Experience operating large-capacity forklifts (20,000+ lbs).
Minimum of 2 years of inventory experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience loading trucks using a forklift
Experience working in environments involving or supporting locomotive operations.

Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

Summary Pay Range:

$22.10 - $23.09

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:

June 16, 2026 - July 2, 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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About Company

_x000d_ Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of heavy equipment and engines. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, the company was founded in 1925 and is renowned for its yellow machinery. Caterpillar serves industries such as construction, mining, energy, and transportation, offering a wide range of products, including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and power generation systems. The company also provides financial and aftermarket services, such as equipment leasing and parts support. Known for its innovation and sustainability efforts, Caterpillar is committed to helping its customers improve efficiency and reduce their environmental impact while advancing global infrastructure and resource development.