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.

The Material Inventory Specialist (MIS) role is responsible for receiving, verifying, counting, sorting, putting away, and pulling material in support of production operations at various Solar facilities. Additionally, the role also performs all related data input requirements necessary to comply with inventory record accuracy requirements. The MIS also utilizes heavy equipment such reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead cranes. The MIS must be able to perform any function of the (40240) Material Mover.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

• A valid agency issued driver's 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 DUI's within the last 7 years)

• Working computer knowledge

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

• Must be able to work at heights of up to 20 feet from the floor

• Strong attention to detail

• Capable of operating a two-axle truck

• Availability to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience

• Familiarity with Inventory Record system(s)

• Experience with BaaN system

• Good problem-solving skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

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.

Summary Pay Range:

$20.00 - $29.67

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:

January 21, 2026 - February 4, 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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