3rd-Shift Distribution Operations Manager

Caterpillar Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN seeks a Manager, Distribution (3rd Shift) to supervise Warehouse Associates and Team Leads, ensuring safety, quality, velocity, and cost standards while coordinating material flow and overtime needs.

The role emphasizes CPS and Lean/6 Sigma principles, developing standard work and training the workforce. This onsite position requires commitment to the PSLD goals and contributes to a safer, more efficient operation.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership with warehouse operations experience.
• Ability to analyze situations and make informed decisions.
• Proven skills in planning, organizing, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Set daily workload priorities for value streams and manage overtime needs.
• Oversee timekeeping and labor activities for accuracy.
• Ensure safety, quality, velocity, and cost targets are met.
• Coordinate parts/materials supply and distribution timely.
• Lead process improvements and standard work deployment.
• Train and develop the workforce; ensure CPS adherence.
• Maintain a safe, clean warehouse and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Decision making

Effective communications

Planning and organizing

Problem solving

Service excellence

Education

College/university degree or equivalent

Tools

CPS (Caterpillar Production System)

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN seeks a Manager, Distribution (3rd Shift) to supervise Warehouse Associates and Team Leads, ensuring safety, quality, velocity, and cost standards while coordinating material flow and overtime needs.

The role emphasizes CPS and Lean/6 Sigma principles, developing standard work and training the workforce. This onsite position requires commitment to the PSLD goals and contributes to a safer, more efficient operation.