Manager, Distribution (1st Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Distribution Center Manager for the 1st Shift at our Arvin, CA facility. You will lead a team of 20–30 hourly staff across receipt, processing, storage, order filling and shipment of parts, ensuring safe, efficient operations that meet Caterpillar standards.

You will drive improvements, coach staff, manage payroll and attendance, and participate in leadership on-call rotations. This role requires hands-on leadership on the floor and strong distribution knowledge.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey ideas clearly to diverse teams.
• Experience applying performance management practices to improve team and process performance.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize tasks and allocate resources efficiently.
• Ability to analyze situations, make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate distribution center teams through coaching and training.
• Drive operational excellence by resolving issues and improving processes.
• Ensure safety and compliance through daily briefings and proper equipment use.
• Oversee inventory, receiving, storage, and order fulfillment operations.
• Manage payroll, attendance and other administrative workflows to control costs.
• Participate in leadership on-call rotations to support after-hours operations.
• Maintain awareness of facility operations and communications for timely action items.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management.

Skills

Effective communications

Performance management

Planning & organizing

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Operations

Tools

SAP EWM

Job description

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.

Career Area

Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers. As the Manager, Distribution (1st Shift) for our Distribution Center in Arvin, CA, you will serve as a front-line leader with the majority of your time spent out on the floor. You will supervise a team of 20 to 30 hourly personnel, responsible for the receipt, processing, packaging, storage, order filling and shipment of parts to Caterpillar dealers, Distribution Centers and Regional Distribution Centers to support the end users of Caterpillar equipment.

Additional Information

• Location: Arvin, CA (United States)
• Required Travel: Up to 5% (Domestic)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: None.
• US Work Authorization Sponsorship Offered: None.
• Work Schedule: 1st Shift, Thursday – Saturday (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

What You Will Do

• Lead and motivate distribution center teams through coaching, training, and reinforcement to maintain a positive work environment.
• Drive operational excellence by resolving issues, improving processes, and implementing productivity, quality, and service standards.
• Ensure safety and compliance by conducting daily safety meetings, mentoring employees, and enforcing proper equipment use and work procedures.
• Oversee inventory and equipment management, including receiving, processing, storage, and maintenance to support efficient operations.
• Manage administrative and workflow tasks, such as payroll, attendance, and decision-making to enhance service levels and reduce costs.
• Participate in a leadership on-call rotation and provide support for operational, employee, and customer-related matters outside of regular business hours when required.
• Maintain a high level of awareness of facility operation, business priorities, and organizational communications through effective management of email correspondence and timely follow-up on action items.
• Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.

What You Have (Basic Requirements)

• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Performance Management: Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.
• Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• Distribution Center Management: Knowledge of distribution center management; ability to operate a warehouse or distribution center that handles the flow of goods from supplier to production to customer.
• Previous experience utilizing SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) to drive efficient warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, labor optimization, and continuous process improvements within a distribution or supply chain environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline.

What You Will Get

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

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

• 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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

October 23, 2026 - November 5, 2026

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.