Stores Controller-Girtz Tech -1st Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, & life保险（保险在首日

401(k) match up to 6%

OT potential

Climate controlled environment

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Stores Controller for the 1st shift at the Large Engine Center in Lafayette area. The role involves receiving and unloading material, ordering materials, and ensuring inventory flow to support production schedules. English proficiency and full hiring process are required.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, with 1st shift hours (6:30am–2:30pm) and potential for overtime and annual bonus consideration.

Qualifications

• Qualified to safely operate a forklift and tow truck.
• Experience with EIMS, Visual Factory ISS, and MESA systems.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and unloading material.
• Ordering material.
• Oversee inventory and material flow.
• Communicate with shifts, machine shop, assembly, dispatchers, truck drivers, distribution technicians, Supply Chain personnel, and management.
• Stay in position for 12 months with potential for promotion or nights-to-days move.

Skills

Forklift operation

Written and verbal communication

Team coordination

Tools

EIMS

Visual Factory ISS

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.

Stores Controller-Girtz Tech – 1st Shift

Location: Monticello, 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 Engine Center in Lafayette, IN currently has an opening for an Stores Controller who is responsible for receiving and safely unloading material to be used in assembly. This role is accountable for ordering material to ensure availability, tracking material in Caterpillar’s inventory system, and coordinating material flow with production schedules.

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.
• This position is located in Monticello, Indiana

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

• Receiving and Unloading Material
• Ordering Material
• Oversee inventory and material flow
• 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Qualified to safely operate a forklift, and tow truck
• Experience with EIMS, Visual Factory ISS, and MESA systems
• Basic computer skills.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.

Top Candidates will also:

• Be self-motivated, safety-conscious individual capable of working independently.
• 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 1st shift (6:30am – 2:30pm)
• 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

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 5, 2026 - November 12, 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.