Stores Controller-2nd Shift

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match up to 6%

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Job summary

Caterpillar seeks a Stores Controller on 2nd shift in Lafayette, Indiana to manage material availability for assembly, place parts orders, and move materials between plants.

The role requires at least 2 years of stand-up forklift experience, strong written and verbal communication, self-motivation and basic computer skills; overtime may be required. Benefits include 401(k) matching, health, dental and vision insurance from day one.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of stand-up forklift experience.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, safety-conscious individual capable of working independently.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Ordering parts for assembly operations.
• Moving material to the assembly line via stand-up forklift.
• Maintaining inventory accuracy on production parts.
• Utilizing computer system to input parts orders and move interplant material.

Skills

Forklift experience

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Basic computer skills

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.

Stores Controller – 2nd Shift

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 Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, IN currently has an opening for a Stores Controller. In this role you will be responsible for material availability for Assembly consumption. One of the primary areas of focus for the Storage Controller Floater will be ordering parts for the assembly lines and moving material to the assembly line via stand-up fork truck. The Storage Controller Floater will also be responsible for parts labels, maintaining inventory accuracy, and computer system input of orders and interplant material movement. The Storage Controller Floater is responsible for communicating any potential material shortages to procurement and assembly operations in order to avoid production impact to the business.

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

• Ordering parts for assembly operations

• Moving material to the assembly line via stand-up fork truck

• Maintaining inventory accuracy on production parts

• Utilizing computer system to input parts orders and move interplant material

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have at least 2 years of stand-up fork truck experience.

• Must have good written and oral communication skills.

• Self-motivated, safety-conscious individual capable of working independently.

• Basic computer skills.

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:

• Position available is on 2nd Shift (2:30pm-10:30pm)

• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

• 13 days / 104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)

• 11 Paid holidays - (Prorated based upon start date)

• 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

• Quarterly incentive program with potential for annual bonus

• Clean/safe work environment

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:

August 28, 2026 - September 3, 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.