Stores Controller Floater- 3rd Shift
Lafayette, IN - USA
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Stores Controller Floater-3rd Shift
Location: Lafayette Indiana
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The Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette IN currently has an opening for a Stores Controller Floater. In this role you will be responsible for material availability for Assembly consumption. One of the primary areas of focus for the Stores Controller Floater will be ordering parts for the assembly lines and moving material to the assembly line via stand-up fork truck. The Stores Controller Floater will also be responsible for parts labels maintaining inventory accuracy and computer system input of orders and interplant material movement. The Stores 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
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:
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.
Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed
Stand on concrete for 8 hours.
Additional Information:
Position available is on 3rd shift (10:30pm-6:30am)
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
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
Clean/safe work environment
Please attach an updated resume.
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Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Summary Pay Range:
$24.46 - $31.78Compensation 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:
May 19 2026 - May 27 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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