CO 15 Stores Controller-N1Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 days PTO

11 Paid holidays

401(k) match up to 6%

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a CO 15 Stores Controller-N1 in Lafayette, IN. The role focuses on material availability for assembly consumption, parts ordering, scanning ILC material, rack maintenance, and maintaining AMS accuracy.

You will set up parts for manual/mechanical ordering and manage bin tags while coordinating with multiple shifts and departments to prevent shortages. The position requires working N1 shift (7:00 pm – 7:00 am), Sunday night to Tuesday night, with benefits starting day one

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift and tow equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate, safe material handling.
• Effective communication across shifts and teams.
• Experience using EIMS, Visual Factory, and MESA systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle parts ordering and maintain part orders.
• Scan ILC material and perform rack maintenance.
• Manage and track bins; uphold AMS accuracy.
• Process material requisition cars and nonconformance material.
• Communicate material shortages to avoid production impact.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Communication

EIMS

Visual Factory

MESA systems

Job description

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.

CO 15 Stores Controller-N1

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k, available first day of employment.

CATERPILLAR - BUILD WHAT MATTERS

What matters most to you? Is it being part of a strong team? Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters!

The CO 15 Stores Controller is responsible for material availability for Assembly consumption, parts ordering, scanning ILC material, and perform rack maintenance. This role is also accountable for adding, deleting, and setting up part for manual or mechanical ordering, maintain and track bin tags, maintain AMS accuracy, and processing material requisition cars and nonconformance material. This role must communicate potential material shortages to avoid production impact.

Position Notes

• Please include detailed work history to be considered, attached resume preferred.
• Candidates must be able to read, write, and conduct business in English
• Candidates must complete the full hiring process which includes but not limited to: Caterpillar Online Production Assessment (COPA), successful completion of Interview, background check, post offer medical questionnaire, and drug screen.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass Basic Assembly Training (BAT), which is completed as a part of the new-hire orientation and onboarding process.

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

• Parts ordering and Maintaining part orders
• Scanning ILC material
• Rack Maintenance
• Managing and Tracking Bins
• Upholding AMS accuracy
• Process material acquisition cars and nonconformance material
• Communicate material shortages

Schedule:

• N1- Shift (7pm-7am)
• Sunday night - Tuesday night

Basic Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate can safely work independently with a high level of energy, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Candidate should have experience with EIMS, Visual Factory, and MESA systems.
• Must be able to operate a fork truck, and tow truck.
• Must communicate with other shifts, machine shop, assembly, dispatchers, truck drivers, distribution technicians in other areas, Supply Chain personnel, and management.
• Candidate will be required to stay in the position for 12 months with the exception of a promotion or nights-to-days move.

Top Candidates will also:

• Be flexible to work overtime as needed to support production demands.
• Possess and show strong interpersonal skills and apply customer-based focus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and be able to squat.
• Stand on concrete for 8+ hours.
• Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed.

Additional Information:

• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN
• Position available is on N1 shift (7:00 pm – 7:00am) Sunday night - Tuesday night
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
• Please attach an updated resume

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

• 13 days / 104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
• 11 Paid holidays
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
• Climate controlled work environment – most areas
• 100% 401k match up to 6%
• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance effective first day of employment
• Potential for annual bonus
• Clean/safe work environment

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the spam/junk folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Summary Pay Range:

$23.33 - $30.33

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:

November 12, 2026 - November 19, 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.