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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 the 1st Shift Logistics Production Manager, you’ll lead and energize logistics operations across kitting, storage, and repackaging areas driving efficiency, ensuring seamless workflows, and keeping production moving at peak performance. 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 the kitting 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 logistic processes and inventory accuracy; sharing them with managers and providing suggestions to improve safety, productivity and quality.\nPreparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to logistic 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:\nAnalytical Thinking - Defines problems and evaluates their importance using data and logic.\nPlanning and Organizing - Plans tasks, anticipates obstacles, and adjusts strategies to meet goals.\nProcess Improvement - Identifies workflow issues and implements solutions for efficiency.\nTalent Management - Manages hiring, development, and performance to build effective teams.\nManufacturing Safety - Ensures compliance with safety standards and promotes a secure workplace.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$97,530.00 - $146,290.00Compensation 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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