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.

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Logistics Engineer in Mossville, IL (Bldg DD & CC).  

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters). 

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. 

Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. 

Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

Job Summary

The Logistics Engineer is responsible for leading or supporting the proposal, design, and implementation of all related logistics processes, machinery & equipment, warehouse automation, storage concepts, among other things for Cat Parts or Integrated Logistics Services (ILS) projects. This position is based in Mossville, IL and reports to the ILS Engineering manager for the Americas region.

What You Will Do

-Design and implement successful logistics solutions by being responsible for the following areas:

• Data purification & analysis
• warehouse storage design & manufacturing point-of-use (POU) design
• machinery & equipment design and procurement
• workforce & equipment planning
• logistics process design
• inventory transfer & rearrangement planning
• integrating supply chain knowledge into warehouse design

- Engineer & implement solutions to reduce safety risks

- Manage ongoing planning and execution of consolidation in support of the material flow plan

- Define short- & long-term actions to address capacity constraints including load consolidation, move low volume inventory off site, define min/max for ASRS inventory

- Design and manage the installation of storage equipment

- Document layouts and proposed changes in AutoCAD

- Understand the capital management process and execute capital purchases

- Be knowledgeable about the local warehouse management system (WMS) and can integrate this into the overall design of the facility

Additional Information: 

• This position is located in Mossville, IL (Bldg DD & CC).

• This position is expected to be "in-person" at the Mossville location Mon-Fri, during first shift hours. However, work hours & workdays may need to flex from time to time depending on project need.

• There is up to 25% expected travel associated with this position.

• Relocation is not available for this position.

What You Have

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

• Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.

• Materials Handling and Management: Knowledge of material handling and management in plants; ability to perform, monitor and improve processes related to storage, transportation and handling of raw and hazardous materials.

• Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.

What Will Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or industrial engineering

• 3+ years of related experience, preferably in logistics engineering and/or warehouse operations

• AutoCad Experience

• Project management experience

• Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) experience

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. 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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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.

Posting Dates:

August 21, 2024 - September 4, 2024

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.

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