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.

Job Title: Logistics Line Runner
Salary:  starting £28,969.63 and rising to £30,45048 / H19/N19

Contract: Permanent

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

The Opportunity
As a Line Runner, you’ll be part of the logistics team delivering parts and components to build Building Construction Products (BCP) machines. You’ll manage exceptions and urgent requests, communicate with internal customers, record key information, investigate root causes, and support problem-solving activities. You’ll work to customer-defined tact times and production sequences while using lean manufacturing tools to keep production moving efficiently.

What You Will Do:
As Line Runner, your accountabilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Follow clear work instructions to keep production running smoothly and to the right standards.

• Support the team during absences and cover the Team Leader role when required.

• Train and coach team members so everyone works safely and correctly.

• Enter and check data in Excel and other systems, investigate issues, and help find solutions.

• Keep the work area safe and tidy by following 5S and Health & Safety rules.

• Take part in training and follow Caterpillar’s values: Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Teamwork, and Safety.

NB.  The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

What Skills You Will Have:

• Logistics Knowledge: Basic understanding of logistics processes and inventory accuracy to keep operations running smoothly.

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: High accuracy for data entry and checking information to prevent errors.

• Communication & Teamwork: Good communication skills to work with different teams and follow instructions clearly.

• Flexibility & Learning: Willingness to work different shifts and take part in training to learn new skills.

What You May Have:

• Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate others, support team coordination, and step in to provide guidance or direction when required. Strong decision‑making and communication skills to help keep work flowing smoothly.

• Process & Project Skills: Understanding of continuous improvement methods (e.g., Six Sigma principles) and basic project coordination. Able to use structured problem‑solving techniques to support productivity, quality, and efficiency improvements.

• Technical Skills: Ability to interpret how parts and components fit together, with confidence in reading and understanding a Bill of Materials (BOM). Ensures accurate checking and preparation of the correct components required for production.

Just a quick heads-up: We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so if you’re interested, don’t wait too long! We may close the advert early if we feel we’ve got a strong pool of potentially suitable applicants.

Don’t miss out, get your application in soon!

What You Will Get
One Company, Limitless Opportunities

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy additional holiday, bonus, contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%, contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, Employee Support Networks – join groups that offer support, connection, and a sense of community, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc

Travel: Not required with this role

Posting Dates:

February 26, 2026 - March 5, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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