Logistics Production Manager at Caterpillar in Decatur, IL

Logistics Production Manager

Location: Decatur, Illinois

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

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Logistics Production Manager

Location: Decatur, IL
Travel: Up to 5%
Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Offered

Job Description:

As a 1st shift Logistics Production Manager, you will be responsible for managing a logistics/receiving schedule, technicians and overall performance of the receiving, storing, and transporting team. You will be responsible for meeting Caterpillar’s goals for People, Quality, Velocity and Cost that support a 24/7 operation. This position will support Dock 4 business and has routine interactions with internal business partners, cross facility leaders, suppliers, carriers, and ~20 direct report teammates. This position will work directly with the Senior Production Manager to lead, manage, and refine all aspects of the business and is a critical contributor to the overall vision and direction.

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

• Creating reports and records of logistics processes; sharing them with managers and driving improvements in safety, productivity and quality.
• Preparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to logistics procedures and safety and quality standards; ensuring all processes and products meet desired safety and quality standards.
• Supervising and directing the daily activities of material handlers, assigning tasks, ensuring coordination between different teams, ensuring their safety and monitoring their performance.
• Training new hires, managing scheduling and work conflicts, monitoring safety, and promoting internal communication to create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Previous supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment
• Degree or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with Microsoft office applications
• Strong Background in leadership, team building and execution
• Ability to work with a diverse group of employees
• Experience leading in a union environment
• Good human relations skills are required to develop a cooperative work relationship with others inside and outside your department
• Experience with RCCA

What Skills you will have:

• Problem Solving: Recognizes and documents operational or process problems, considers stakeholder perspectives, evaluates resolution alternatives, and uses fact-finding or diagnostic techniques.
• Performance Management: Sets clear performance expectations, provides fair and objective feedback, identifies development opportunities, and uses recognition to support employee performance.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Organizes relevant information, prioritizes concerns, evaluates risks and benefits, and supports sound operational decisions.
• Planning and Organizing: Anticipates scheduling disruptions, manages competing priorities, monitors progress, adjusts plans, and creates action plans to deliver results.
• Effective Communications: Communicates clearly with employees and business partners, provides constructive feedback, listens effectively, and prepares reports or presentations.
• Data Gathering and Analysis: Understands the purpose of gathering operational data and can document basic data collection methods and objectives.
• Analytical Thinking: Understands analytical tools and techniques and can provide examples of using analysis to resolve operational problems.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understands which logistics and production activities require precision and the consequences of errors.

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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:

November 4, 2026 - November 11, 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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