Logistics Production Manager

**Career Area:** Manufacturing **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. **Logistics Production Manager** **Location** : Decatur, IL **Relocation:** Domestic relocation assistance is available **Travel:** Up to 5% **Sponsorship:** Not available **Job Description:** Join our team as a 3rd Shift Logistics Production Manager, where you'll lead and optimize operations across fabrication, machining, assembly, distribution, storage areas, and key point-of-use locations to keep our logistics engine running at peak performance. **Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:** + Creating reports and records of logistic processes and inventory accuracy; sharing them with managers and providing suggestions to improve safety, productivity and quality. + Preparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to logistic 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. **What Skills you will have:** + **Analytical Thinking:** Ability to define problems, analyze data using tools like flow charts and Pareto charts, and draw logical conclusions. + **Planning and Organizing:** Skilled at identifying bottlenecks, prioritizing tasks, and creating actionable plans to meet objectives. + **Process Improvement:** Expertise in analyzing workflows, identifying performance gaps, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency. + **Talent Management:** Proficient in delegating tasks, motivating teams, and managing schedules to optimize workforce performance. + **Manufacturing Safety:** Knowledgeable in OSHA compliance, safety inspections, and promoting a culture of workplace safety. **Summary Pay Range:** $79,800.00 - $119,760.00 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 13, 2025 - November 20, 2025 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community ( .