Job Summary: Responsible for planning material requirements for production lines, inventory control, and monitoring internal metrics. Key Highlights: 1. Efficient coordination of materials and minimization of bottlenecks. 2. Analysis of production orders and demand plans. 3. Proactive collaboration with suppliers. **Career Area:** Supply Chain and Logistics**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. **About the Position:** Responsible for planning material requirements for production lines, controlling production line inventory, and monitoring internal metrics. **Responsibilities:** * Coordinate efficient movement of materials among workstations, production lines, and storage areas, minimizing wait times and bottlenecks. * Analyze production orders and demand plans to determine material requirements. * Align material availability with manufacturing schedules. * Coordinate with planning and production teams to release materials according to the production plan. * Maintain consistent communication to ensure on-time deliveries. * Collaborate with suppliers. Maintain proactive communication to align expectations. Share demand forecasts and scheduling changes. **Required Education:** * **Completed high school diploma** or **engineering degree (or related field)** required. **Required Skills:** **Products and Services** * Identifies specific problems and documents alternative solutions. * Develops techniques to meet and improve internal processes. * Assists in analyzing risks and focuses on alternatives to achieve resolutions. **Inventory Management\- MFG** * Manages material traceability for a specific product group or location. * Performs basic inventory management tasks for specific tracking. * Conducts receipt, labeling, validation, and distribution of inventory components for a specific storage location. **Additional Information:** * This position is located in Santa Catarina. * This position rotates shifts. * Relocation assistance is not provided. **Final Details:** Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including your spam/junk folder, as this is our primary method of correspondence. If you wish to check the status of your application, please log in to our careers website using your candidate login, as it will reflect any updates to your application status. **Caterpillar’s Code of Conduct states that we will select and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. This company does not require pregnancy tests or HIV tests as conditions for hiring, continued employment, or promotion.** **Posting Dates:** February 26, 2026 \- March 6, 2026 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.