2nd Shift Distribution Center Manager

Caterpillar Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

HSA

Paid time off

Life insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. seeks a Manager, Distribution (2nd Shift) for its Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center in Morton, IL, where you will supervise up to 25 hourly teammates and lead daily operations to deliver accurate, on-time parts processing.

This frontline leadership role focuses on safety, productivity, and cost control while coaching staff and implementing standard work. Onsite five days a week with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Decision making and critical thinking to analyze situations and select informed actions.
• Strong communication skills for clear, effective information exchange.
• Experience applying performance management to improve teams and processes.
• Ability to plan tasks and resources and organize work systematically.
• Good problem solving skills to address operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate distribution center teams through coaching and training.
• Drive operations excellence by resolving issues and improving processes.
• Ensure safety and compliance via daily meetings and proper procedures.
• Oversee inventory and equipment management to support efficiency.
• Manage payroll, attendance, and workflow to reduce costs and improve service.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Caterpillar management.

Skills

Decision Making

Effective Communications

Performance Management

Planning and Organizing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP EWM

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. seeks a Manager, Distribution (2nd Shift) for its Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center in Morton, IL, where you will supervise up to 25 hourly teammates and lead daily operations to deliver accurate, on-time parts processing.

This frontline leadership role focuses on safety, productivity, and cost control while coaching staff and implementing standard work. Onsite five days a week with comprehensive benefits.