Inventory Control Clerk II

Caterpillar Inc.•Griffin, GA

9d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

As an Inventory Control Clerk II, you will use source documents and business systems to verify part numbers, locations, inventory accuracy, and material transactions. You will ensure materials are received, stored, picked, and shipped accurately while supporting inventory control, order fulfillment, and customer requirements. The role maintains inventory traceability throughout the value stream, investigates discrepancies, reconciles inventories, and supports continuous improvement to improve inventory accuracy and operational performance. The position is with Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division, which provides integrated solutions, parts, and services for commercial and industrial electric power customers. The work is based in Griffin, Georgia. The scheduled shift is Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with overtime opportunities based on business needs. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

Experience in inventory control, warehousing, logistics, material handling, or parts distribution.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to maintain accurate and complete inventory and transaction records.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to investigate issues, analyze information, and support problem-solving activities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Good attendance record and flexibility to work overtime as required.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 35 pounds individually and up to 70 pounds with team assistance.
Ability to perform frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and walking, and to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Ability to work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures and operational conditions.
Ability to use required PPE and comply with safety policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with warehouse management systems, ERP systems, or inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled cycle counts, inventory audits, and physical inventory activities.
Research inventory discrepancies, reconcile records, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
Validate receipts, shipments, transfers, material movements, and inventory adjustments.
Maintain accurate inventory records in warehouse management and ERP systems.
Manage assigned inventory areas, resolve discrepancies, and target aged inventory.
Support inventory reconciliation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Document audit results, inventory findings, corrective actions, and discrepancy resolutions.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and annual physical inventory processes.
Track inventory quality metrics and support inventory accuracy and quality objectives.
Coordinate investigations into inventory discrepancies and internally reported logistics concerns.
Coordinate expedited material requests for operational and customer requirements.
Use multiple business systems to maintain inventory visibility and transaction accuracy.
Operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, and overhead cranes, as required.
Support material handling, warehousing, order fulfillment, shipping, receiving, and picking as business needs require.
Follow Caterpillar safety requirements, PPE standards, and established work procedures.