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Material Handler ll

Caterpillar


Job Location:

Wamego, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 16 - 25
Posted: 13 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 16 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

The Material Handler II loads unloads and moves materials within or near plant yard or work site by performing the following duties. The Material Handler II performs many of the same duties as Material Handler I however the incumbent is required to be more efficient and will be expected to accomplish more assigned tasks than the Material Handler I. The incumbent is responsible for handling special projects (e.g. loading larger more valuable products) that would not be assigned to a Material Handler I due to the experience level.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Cross train in shipping receiving and material handling/storage.

  • Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.

  • Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets trays racks and shelves by hand.

  • Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.

  • Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area.

  • Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load to destination or signals crane or hoisting operators to move load to destination.

  • 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.

  • Loads truck for Industrial Truck Operator.

  • Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together.

  • Clamps sections of portable conveyor together or places conveyor sections on

  • blocks or boxes to facilitate movement of materials or products.

  • Removes samples of materials labels with identifying information and takes samples to laboratory for analysis.

  • Lifts heavy objects by hand or with power hoist and cleans work area machines and equipment to assist machine operators.

  • Makes simple adjustments or repairs such as realigning belts or replacing rollers.

  • Assembles crates to contain products such as machines or vehicles.

  • Shovels loose materials such as sand gravel metals plastics or chemicals into machine hoppers or into vehicles and containers such as wheelbarrows scrap truck or barrels.

  • Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products.

  • Performs minor preventative maintenance on forklifts (check fluid levels lights horns etc.).

  • 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.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Basic

  • A valid agency issued drivers license with an acceptable driving record (this includes no moving violations within the last 12 months no 2 point violations within the last 3 years and no DUIs within the last 7 years)

  • Working computer knowledge and strong attention to detail

  • Must be able to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 10-25 pounds

Addition Information:

  • 2nd shift available- Training on 1st shift.

Summary Pay Range:

$16.81- $25.21

Actual rate will be based on experience. The total rewards package beyond base salary includes:

  • Annual incentive bonus plan*

  • Medical dental and vision coverage starting day 1

  • Paid time off plan (Vacation Holiday Volunteer Etc.)

  • 401(k) Savings Plan including company match

  • Health savings account (HSA)

  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

  • Disability Benefits

  • Life Insurance

  • Parental leave

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Sign on bonus

  • Career Development

  • *Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer 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 Dates:

August 17 2026 - August 30 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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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

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