Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

HSA

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive bonus

Life insurance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for the Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center in Morton, IL. You will provide leadership for a team of 5 direct reports and 60 production associates, guiding inventory control, process improvement, and site operations.

The role emphasizes lean practices, quality targets, audit readiness, and cross-functional collaboration with Facilities Health, EH&S, and global teams. Domestic travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex information clearly.
• Experience applying performance management to develop individuals and teams.
• Knowledge of quality management methods and tools to meet organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Support inventory management and conduct audits to ensure compliance.
• Communicate inventory performance and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with Facilities Health for storage and replenishment activities.
• Align resources to support storage system configuration projects.
• Develop monthly financial reporting and conduct spend analyses.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communications

Performance Management

Quality Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP EWM

Job description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

OurProduct Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar.In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly everyelement of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As the Operations Manager for our Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center in Morton, IL, you will provide leadership and strategy/direction for a group of 5 direct reports and a broader team of 60 production associates.

Additional Information:

• Location: Morton, IL (United States)
• Required Travel: Up to 10% (Domestic & International)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: None
• US Work Sponsorship Offered: None

What You Will Do:

• Support inventory management compliance processes through count and audit programs and annual inventory compliance audit activities.
• Communicate inventory record performance and improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate storage location availability and grief reduction through partnership with Facilities Health in both proactive and reactive rearrangement and replenishment processes.
• Align resources and project needs to support storage system configuration projects through material rearrangement.
• Partner with non-operational resources to support site photography projects.
• Drive claims reduction and attainment of claims KPI’s through claims administration, data analysis and presentation, training, and facilitating root cause and corrective action work in partnership with the outbound operations teams.
• Leverage process excellence resources to investigate error findings, define and continuously improve standard work, embed lean & Built-In Quality (BIQ) tools in the operation.
• Oversee Quality operations, aligning performance to global quality targets and improving process flow and efficiency while ensuring quality for our customers, collaborating with global quality, disposition teams, and local resources to achieve targets.
• Develop and administer monthly business continuity tabletop drills, plan adjustments and updates, communications, and compliance related update tasks; complete annual business impact qualifications.
• Serve as primary owner for timely Internal Audit Assurance Services (IAAS) audit-related tasks evaluation, action, and systematic completion.
• Review and approve as appropriate EWM systematic requests for access for Morton and Morton-region operations, including the Contract Packager (CP) network.
• Develop and share monthly financial reporting packages and monthly financial results analysis.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and spend reviews, identifying and sharing opportunities for improvement and creating/presenting overview content as needed.
• Complete monthly Production Quality and Control Plan labor data inputs for accurate reporting.
• Annually, plan, compile, and update annual business plans (ABP) for all Morton and Morton region cost centers, in partnership with Business Resources
• Quarterly, collaborate with Business resources to execute required updates
• Input formal corrective action plans for non-performing quality and financial performance metrics in global reporting tools, working with site leadership on action plans.
• Manage and submit reporting for Morton Operations purchasing card, ensuring compliant use
• Semiannually, ensure Industrial Tracker entry compliance working in partnership with the maintenance/engineering manager
• Ensure CTPAT compliance through quarterly audits, documentation, and action items, in partnership with Environmental Health and Safety and Security.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• · Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• · 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.
• · Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in logistics processes and/or logistics distribution
• Experience in SAP EWM
• Previous experience with auditing compliance processes
• Demonstrated operations experience

What You Will Get:

This is Caterpillar – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.Learn more about The CaterpillarExperience and why It's More Than a Job, it's a Career at Caterpillar.

Learn more about what happens inside Caterpillar’s Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD).

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 to 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:

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 18, 2026 - October 2, 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.