Materials Specialist - 3rd Shift: Growth & Impact

Caterpillar Brazil; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one benefits

Development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Mapleton, IL is seeking a Materials Specialist on 3rd shift to manage material flow, inventory accuracy, shipping/receiving and warehouse operations.

You will work with SAP, perform cycle counts, support production demands, and collaborate with teams to resolve shortages while maintaining safety and 5S. This is a full-time role with competitive wages and day-one benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, power trucks, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Receive, store, move, and distribute materials throughout the facility.
• Process inventory transactions and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Support shipping and receiving operations, including preparing and verifying documentation.
• Perform cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Work with SAP and other systems to track material movement and inventory status.
• Verify material quantities, part numbers, and documentation accuracy.
• Maintain inventory of production supplies, consumables, and finished goods.
• Assist with material flow improvements to support production demands.
• Follow standard work procedures and maintain compliance with safety requirements.
• Support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives within the work area.
• Collaborate with production, logistics, and leadership teams to resolve material shortages and inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Basic knowledge of manufacturing

Good communication skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Stamina - standing for long periods

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Mapleton, IL is seeking a Materials Specialist on 3rd shift to manage material flow, inventory accuracy, shipping/receiving and warehouse operations.

You will work with SAP, perform cycle counts, support production demands, and collaborate with teams to resolve shortages while maintaining safety and 5S. This is a full-time role with competitive wages and day-one benefits.