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.

Are you ready to build what matters?  Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.  

In this role you may be expected to:

• Compile daily inventory reports as well as system audits to reconcile the actual number of parts in the factory with system records.
• Ensure that inventory is sufficient to meet build requirements and to communicate potential shortages to material planners.
• Coordinate and monitor off-line rework activities.
• Complete daily inventory counts for all production material and work with various departments to trace and locate missing material.
• Produce reports on inventory discrepancies due to unrecorded movement.
• Gather data from various tools and tooling systems and prepare data reports for calibration analysis and review.
• Catalogue quality issues into a computer system and flag defects for repair.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have experience in heavy equipment manufacturing
• Must have Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Excel
• Must be able to operate an order picker safely and efficiently to support daily warehouse operations.

Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Work at heights of up to 20 feet from the floor
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15 to 30 minutes
• Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
• Walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes

Top Candidates will also have:

• Powered industrial truck experience
• Logistics/Warehouse experience
• Positive attendance record
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in SAP software
• Mach 1 experience
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Forklift experience
• Inventory control experience
• An understanding of Logistics facility and Excavator/Tractor Product Line
• Intermediate proficiency in functional areas of logistics such as: Inventory Management, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Storeroom Operations and Transportation
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Good attendance, excellent customer service focus, and the ability to handle stress and often work at an urgent pace
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Initiative, good analytical and organizational skill

Additional information: Resumes are encouraged for all applicants. Failure to include a resume may lead to application to not be considered. This is a 1st shift opening starting at $20.15/hour.  

1st Shift Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 6 am – 2:30 pm

Summary Pay Range:

$20.15 - $25.15

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 - January 27, 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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