**Career Area:** Operations **Job Description:** **Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. **Runner -1st Shift** **Location: Lafayette, Indiana** Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k available day one. www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account. **CATERPILLAR - WE BUILD WHAT MATTERS** What matters most to you? Is it being part of a strong team? Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters! The Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, IN currently has an opening for a **Runner** . In this role you will be responsible for material availability for Assembly consumption. One of the primary areas of focus for the Runner will be ordering parts for the assembly lines and moving material to the assembly line via stand-up fork truck. The Runner will also be responsible for parts labels, maintaining inventory accuracy, and computer system input of orders and interplant material movement. The Runner 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 **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. + Must be able to stand on concrete for 8+ hours. **Additional Information:** + Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN + Position available is on **1st shift (6:30am-2:30pm)** + Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant. + 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime + 18 days / 144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date) + 11 Paid holidays - (Prorated based upon start date) + Climate controlled work environment – most areas + Clean/safe work environment + **Please attach an updated resume** **_Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process._** **Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at** **www.caterpillar.com/careers** **.** **\#LI** **Summary Pay Range:** $16.75 - $21.35 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. **Benefits:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . **Posting Dates:** January 28, 2025 - February 4, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .