1st Shift Logistics Production Lead: Material Flow & Safety

Caterpillar; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Logistics Production Manager for Building KK, East Peoria, IL. You will direct hourly associates, manage material flow, schedules, and safety compliance across a three‑shift operation, focusing on reliable supply to production lines.

You will lead a team including material handlers, line coordinators, and line checkers, driving continuous improvement and budget alignment within the IDES division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.
• Experience supervising hourly associates and leading logistics operations.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead 1st shift logistics operations: material handlers, line coordinators, line checkers.
• Coordinate daily material flow, schedules, and issue resolution to keep lines supplied.
• Ensure safety, quality, and adherence to PQVC initiatives across a 3‑shift operation.
• Prepare reports and documentation of logistics processes and inventory.

Skills

Logistics operations

Planning & organizing

Safety

Quality management

Problem solving

Data gathering

Decision making

Performance management

Effective communications

Accuracy & detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

AMRs

AGVs

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Logistics Production Manager for Building KK, East Peoria, IL. You will direct hourly associates, manage material flow, schedules, and safety compliance across a three‑shift operation, focusing on reliable supply to production lines.

You will lead a team including material handlers, line coordinators, and line checkers, driving continuous improvement and budget alignment within the IDES division.