Quality Auditor at Caterpillar Inc.

About the Role

• We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Auditor to join our Quality Department. This role is responsible for conducting a wide range of quality and inventory audits across the facility to ensure inventory accuracy, operational compliance, and adherence to established quality standards.
• The successful candidate will participate in a comprehensive six-week training program and work closely with global audit teams while supporting internal and external audit requirements.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a warehousing professional with strong inventory control knowledge who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Record Accuracy Management (RAM) audits across warehouse locations, bins, racks, and yard areas.
• Conduct Putaway, Setup, Location, and Kill audits to verify inventory accuracy and system integrity.
• Complete daily/nightly Physical Inventory (PI) audit checks and cycle count validations.
• Conduct Statistical Test Counts (STC) and support verification recount activities.
• Perform outbound shipping and stage lane audits to proactively reduce customer claims.
• Execute Over the Counter (OTC) dealer audits and investigate discrepancies.
• Conduct scrap audits, including damaged stock, unidentified inventory, and disposal verification.
• Perform Bureau of Veritas inspection audits and other compliance-related assessments.
• Audit high-value inventory areas, including lock-up facilities and engine storage locations.
• Support stock takes and indirect material audits.
• Maintain audit records and support physical document archiving activities.
• Participate in 5S, Continuous Improvement, Standard Work, and Lean audits.
• Drive compliance through quality standard work practices.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Attend daily quality review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in facility committees and operational improvement projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Matric / Grade 12.
• Minimum 10 years of warehousing, logistics, or distribution center experience.
• Valid MHE licenses (Forklift, Reach Truck and/or Order Picker).
• Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse processes.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts. (1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts)

Preferred Requirements

• Previous Quality Auditing experience.
• Exposure to SAP EWM or Warehouse Management Systems.
• Experience with inventory accuracy programs and cycle counting.
• Knowledge of 5S, Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Quality Management Systems.

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Integrity and Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Inventory Control Knowledge
• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Compliance Focus
• Team Collaboration
• Third Shift: 23:30 - 08:00 (permanent night shift position available)

Additional information:

• Relocation will not be supported
• Onsite, 5 days a week.
• Shift requirements - First Shift: 07:00 - 15:30, Second Shift: 15:00 - 23:30 , Third shift: midnight – 8am (rotational)