Material Handler II - Electric Power

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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 EPD 

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations! 

Role Definition 

The Material Handler II performs a variety of material handling activities, including loading, unloading, transporting, storing, and staging materials within the facility. This position is responsible for supporting operational efficiency through accurate material movement and inventory control practices. The Material Handler II may also be responsible for handling specialized materials, supporting complex loading activities, and completing projects that require a higher level of experience and skill. 

What You Will Do 

Material Movement & Production Support 

• Safely move, stage, and deliver production material throughout the warehouse and manufacturing areas. 

• Perform put away of received material into designated warehouse storage locations. 

• Replenish material from warehouse storage to production and point-of-use locations based on manufacturing requirements. 

• Pick, stage, and deliver components required to support production schedules. 

• Respond to material requests and support timely delivery of parts needed by Operations. 

• Return, relocate, or properly store excess and unused material. 

• Escalate shortages, missing material, location problems, or other conditions that could impact production. 

Picking & Kitting 

• Pick parts against production orders, pick sheets, or other approved material requirements. 

• Verify part numbers, quantities, and material locations before completing a pick. 

• Assemble and stage kits in accordance with production requirements. 

• Verify kit completeness and identify shortages before the material is released. 

• Clearly label picked and staged material to maintain identification and traceability. 

• Support recovery and backfill activities when missing material becomes available 

SAP / Material Transactions 

• Complete required system transactions associated with physical material movements. 

• Use RF scanners and other warehouse technology to pick, move, and confirm material. 

• Verify material and storage locations in SAP or applicable warehouse systems. 

• Ensure material is not physically relocated without completion of the corresponding system transaction. 

• Report transaction errors or discrepancies requiring additional investigation. 

Inventory Accuracy 

• Maintain proper part identification, labeling, storage location, and quantity during material-handling activities. 

• Confirm material is placed in the correct storage or production location. 

• Avoid unrecorded material movements that create inventory discrepancies. 

• Support cycle counts and physical inventories as needed. 

• Identify and escalate material found in an incorrect location or with questionable identification. 

• Support investigation and correction of material-handling issues contributing to inventory 

Material-Handling Equipment 

• Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, carts, tuggers, and other approved material-handling equipment as required. 

• Perform equipment inspections and report unsafe or damaged equipment. 

• Verify loads are stable and properly positioned before movement. 

• Follow established pedestrian/MHE traffic requirements and designated travel paths. 

• Select the appropriate equipment based on material size, weight, location, and handling requirements  

Safety & 5S 

• Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and material-handling standards. 

• Complete required OSHA, powered-industrial-truck, and company training. 

• Maintain clean and organized warehouse, staging, and production-support areas. 

• Keep aisles, emergency equipment, pedestrian paths, and MHE travel lanes unobstructed. 

• Ensure material is properly stored, stable, labeled, and within designated locations. 

• Immediately report unsafe conditions, damaged material, equipment defects, spills, or unstable loads. 

• Support ongoing 5S and continuous-improvement activities. 

What You Will Have

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  

Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:30am-5:00pm 

• Opportunity for overtime based on business needs 

Additional Information 

• Location: Griffin, GA 

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position. 

• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 
  

Summary Pay Range:

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:

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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