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OperationsJob Description:
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Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. This is a rare opportunity to join the Caterpillar Sanford team as a direct hire. Position includes a wage of $25.10/hour quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that We dont lead our industry - our people do.
Shift Schedule:
Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: M-Th 6:00 AM 3:00 PM Fri 6:00 AM.- 10:00 AM
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As an IRA Counter/SLA Team Lead at Caterpillar you will:
Coordinate daily inventory counts include IRA IDA RSSM ILC and Reactive Counts
Training and mentoring of IRA Counters and SLA personnel in their daily job tasks
Review count results and ensure compliance with IRA standards and regulations
Assign recounts and initiate root cause analysis
Drive process improvement throughout the facility to reduce inventory errors
Coordinate required data for internal audits
Ensure Standard Work is correct and up to date
Develop and sustain clear and constructive working relationships with persons within Sanford Operations Logistics Quality ECC and Supply Chain groups to support count accuracy
Lead a diverse team in multiple facility locations in the Sanford area and be able to work at each of these locations as needed to train and support your team perform research and root cause analysis to meet targeted monthly team goals and report outs to facility and corporate leadership.
Working at least one scheduled Saturday each month is required as a part of the job role
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
Ability to perform repetitive operations
Ability to walk 3 miles a day
Basic Qualifications
Previous Manufacturing experience/environment
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel and Power Point) are required
Top Candidates will also have:
Strong knowledge of Glovia (G2) and Data Marts
Familiarity with other Caterpillar systems and processes
Familiarity with IRA/IDA Processes
Knowledge of Caterpillar systems and processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Additional Information: Resumes are highly encouraged for all applicants. Failure to attach a resume may lead to application to not be considered. This is a 1st shift hourly position with an entry wage of $25.10/hour. Position is located in Sanford NC. No relocation benefits are available.
Employee benefit details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical dental vision RX and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus.
Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).
Final details
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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O.
Summary Pay Range:
$25.10 - $31.35Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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:
January 16 2026 - January 22 2026Any 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.
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