Internal Auditor-1st Shift

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

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Internal Auditor – 1st Shift

Lafayette, Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k, available first day of employment.

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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 an Internal Auditor.

The Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, conducting, and reporting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of management systems, operational processes, and compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and company procedures. This role helps identify risks, opportunities for improvement, and best practices to ensure continual improvement and organizational effectiveness.

Upon identifying a nonconformance, the Internal Auditor is responsible for documenting the discrepancy, collecting objective evidence, including photographic documentation when applicable, and referencing the applicable quality standard or requirement.  

Position Notes:

• Please include detailed work history to be considered, attached resume preferred.

• Candidates must be able to read, write, and conduct business in English

• Candidates must complete the full hiring process which includes but not limited to: Caterpillar Online Production Assessment (COPA), successful completion of Interview, background check, post offer medical questionnaire, and drug screen.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Complete QMS Internal Auditor Training successfully.

• Plan and perform internal audits in accordance with established audit schedules and applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001)

• Assess compliance with company policies, procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations.

• Identify nonconformities, risks, process gaps, and improvement opportunities.

• Prepare clear and objective audit reports, including findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

• Verify the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.

• Support management in developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain audit records and ensure audit activities are properly documented.

• Communicate audit results to management and process owners in a professional and constructive manner.

• Participate in auditor training and maintain competency requirements.

• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, and continual improvement throughout the organization.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have Inventory Control and/or Quality Control experience.

• Be flexible to work overtime as needed to support production demands. 

• Knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and techniques.

• Understanding of applicable management system standards and regulatory requirements.

• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Ability to remain objective, impartial, and confidential.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and audit management tools.

Top Candidates will also:

• Possess and show strong interpersonal skills and apply customer-based focus.

• Integrity and professionalism

• Attention to detail

• Critical thinking

• Risk-based thinking

• Effective interviewing skills

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Continuous improvement mindset

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.

• Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed.

Additional Information:

• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN

• Position available is on 1st shift (7:30am – 4:00pm)

• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

• Please attach an updated resume.

Compensation & Benefits Offered:

• 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
• 100% 401k match up to 6%
• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance effective first day of employment
• Potential for annual bonus
• Clean/safe work environmen
• Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the spam/junk folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Summary Pay Range:

$33.27 - $42.33

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:

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:

September 17, 2026 - September 28, 2026

Any 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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