Inventory Quality Auditor – Lean, 5S & Compliance

Caterpillar; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar in South Africa is seeking an experienced Quality Auditor to join the Quality Department. This role focuses on conducting a wide range of quality and inventory audits across the facility to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The successful candidate will participate in a six-week training program, work with global audit teams, and support internal and external audit requirements while promoting 5S, Lean and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 is required and strong inventory control knowledge is essential.
• Minimum 10 years of warehousing, logistics or distribution center experience.
• Valid MHE licenses (Forklift, Reach Truck and/or Order Picker).
• Good command of English (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently with high accuracy and rotational shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform RAM audits across warehouse locations, bins, racks and yard areas.
• Conduct Putaway, Setup, Location and Kill audits to verify inventory accuracy.
• Complete daily/nightly PI audit checks and cycle counts.
• Support STC, recount activities and outbound shipping audits to reduce claims.
• Execute OTC dealer audits and investigate discrepancies.
• Carry out scrap audits and disposal verifications, plus Veritas inspections.
• Audit high-value inventory areas and assist with stock takes and archiving.
• Participate in 5S, Lean, and Continuous Improvement audits and meetings.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Inventory Control Knowledge

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

SAP EWM

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Caterpillar in South Africa is seeking an experienced Quality Auditor to join the Quality Department. This role focuses on conducting a wide range of quality and inventory audits across the facility to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The successful candidate will participate in a six-week training program, work with global audit teams, and support internal and external audit requirements while promoting 5S, Lean and continuous improvement.