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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.\nLogistics Production Manager\nLocation: Decatur, IL\nTravel: Up to 5%\nRelocation Assistance: Available\nVisa Sponsorship: Not Offered\nJob Description:\nAs 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.\nJob Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:\nCreating reports and records of logistics processes; sharing them with managers and driving improvements in safety, productivity and quality.\nPreparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to logistics procedures and safety and quality standards; ensuring all processes and products meet desired safety and quality standards.\nSupervising and directing the daily activities of material handlers, assigning tasks, ensuring coordination between different teams, ensuring their safety and monitoring their performance.\nTraining new hires, managing scheduling and work conflicts, monitoring safety, and promoting internal communication to create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.\nTop Candidates Will Have:\nPrevious supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment\nDegree or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing setting\nExperience with Microsoft office applications\nStrong Background in leadership, team building and execution\nAbility to work with a diverse group of employees\nExperience leading in a union environment\nGood human relations skills are required to develop a cooperative work relationship with others inside and outside your department\nExperience with RCCA\nWhat Skills you will have:\nProblem Solving: Recognizes and documents operational or process problems, considers stakeholder perspectives, evaluates resolution alternatives, and uses fact-finding or diagnostic techniques.\nPerformance Management: Sets clear performance expectations, provides fair and objective feedback, identifies development opportunities, and uses recognition to support employee performance.\nDecision Making and Critical Thinking: Organizes relevant information, prioritizes concerns, evaluates risks and benefits, and supports sound operational decisions.\nPlanning and Organizing: Anticipates scheduling disruptions, manages competing priorities, monitors progress, adjusts plans, and creates action plans to deliver results.\nEffective Communications: Communicates clearly with employees and business partners, provides constructive feedback, listens effectively, and prepares reports or presentations.\nData Gathering and Analysis: Understands the purpose of gathering operational data and can document basic data collection methods and objectives.\nAnalytical Thinking: Understands analytical tools and techniques and can provide examples of using analysis to resolve operational problems.\nAccuracy and Attention to Detail: Understands which logistics and production activities require precision and the consequences of errors.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$89,210.00 - $133,810.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. 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