Subassembly Team Lead — 3rd Shift (Lafayette)

Caterpillar Brazil; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Warehouse/Logistics Associate to operate forklifts and manage warehousing tasks such as receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.

You will lead cross-functional meetings to track performance and drive priorities, while coordinating with carriers to optimize shipments and root-cause investigations. The role emphasizes safety, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement within a 3rd shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience operating sit-down forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Knowledge of material handling, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ability to lead meetings and drive continuous improvement.
• Commitment to safety and proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including forklifts, order pickers, and hoists.
• Lead multifunctional teams to track performance and priorities.
• Coordinate with logistics to manage expedited shipments and inventory control.
• Support safety, quality, and cost goals through continuous improvement.

Skills

Forklift operation

Logistics coordination

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Warehouse/Logistics Associate to operate forklifts and manage warehousing tasks such as receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.

You will lead cross-functional meetings to track performance and drive priorities, while coordinating with carriers to optimize shipments and root-cause investigations. The role emphasizes safety, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement within a 3rd shift schedule.