Career Area:OperationsJob 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.Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters). We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. As an Inventory Coordinator at Caterpillar Inc., you will work from a variety of source documents to verify part numbers, part locations and quantities. Ensure daily shipments are prepared and loaded correctly to include weight distribution and paperwork accuracy. In addition to counting parts and coordinating order fulfilment, you will also manage traceability of parts through the value streams and target aged inventory.Additional Information:
Openings on 1st Shift: Mon - Fri 6:30am - 2:30pm and 2nd Shift Mon - Fri 2:30pm - 10:30pm.
Located in Lafayette, IN (1627 Veterans Memorial Pkwy E, Lafayette, IN 47905 OR 1521 Kepner Drive Lafayette, IN 47905)
Potential quarterly attendance bonus of $600
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position
Candidates must be able to read, write and conduct business in English
Ability to work overtime when required
JOB DUTIES:
Assigned to specialized equipment: i.e. Reach Trucks, Order Pickers
Consistently meet equipment-specific efficiency targets
Utilizing and inspecting heavy equipment including sit down fork truck, pallet jack and overhead hoists
Perform material handling and warehousing functions, Order filling, processing, storing/ picking of parts, materials, equipment and supplies
Facility rearrangement to facilitate receipts of additional material.
Work closely with supervisor and Team Leads to work various location and inventory discrepancies.
Perform random and scheduled inventory and receipt audits as directed.
Accountable for training employees on any process.
Must be able to work independently while promoting cooperative team relationships in day-to-day support of the facility and client’s inventory needs.
Perform various reconciliation functions relating to inventory control and receipt accuracy of Caterpillar on-hand material, supplier discrepancies and shipment errors.
Work location is on warehouse floor.
Operating automated packaging equipment, shipping, and receiving
The ability to cross reference material to documentation for verification
Basic Qualifications:
Great Attitude
At least 6 months of facility or outside warehouse inventory experience
Ability to work overtime
Willingness to support Continuous Improvement projects
Top Candidates will also have:
Good written and oral communication
Customer service skills
Experience on Order Pickers
Inventory experience and computer skills
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodations):
Occasionally lift and carry contents weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes (with or without lifting devices)
Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures
Walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes
Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed
What You Will Get:
Starting wage is $22.25/hour (additional night shift premium for off shifts). Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory).
Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1.6% company match for 401k.Annual increases, based on your performance evaluation. Annual bonus potential based on personal and company performance. Time Off (Vacation & PTO) and Paid Holidays.
Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc. College tuition assistance program available after 1 year employment. A safety focused workplace. Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar.
All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:
Background Screening
Drug Screening
Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application, please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Foreign National information (auto-populates on job posting for U.S.) and EEO Statement ( auto populates on job postings for all countries.) Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters . Apply now! Summary Pay Range:$0.00 - $0.00Compensation 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:Annual incentive bonus planMedical, dental, and vision coveragePaid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)401k savings planHealth savings account (HSA)Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Disability benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveHealthy Lifestyle ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Benefits and Employee DiscountsTuition ReimbursementCareer DevelopmentSubject 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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.Posting Dates:January 31, 2025 - February 9, 2025Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .
