Logistics Engineer

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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.

Caterpillar is seeking a Logistics Engineer in Brooklyn Park, MN. In this role, you will manage inbound and outbound material flow to ensure the timely and efficient movement of material to activity points along the material flow path. You will perform activities to ensure material is received, stored, or delivered safely and efficiently to POU (Point-of-Use).

What you can look forward to in this role:

• Warehouse storage design & manufacturing point-of-use (POU) design
• Machinery & equipment design and procurement
• Workforce & equipment planning
• Coordinating with engineering, manufacturing operations, and supply chain functions to define critical parameters and develop plans for process control and improvements.
• Inventory transfer & rearrangement planning.
• Maintaining the internal logistics process engineering standards, knowledge, and tools; Assuring their implementation in current and new operations
• Evaluating logistics processes and workflows, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions for process-related concerns
• Collaborating with team members both within and outside of supply chain in shop & office environments

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

• Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
• Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
• Service Excellence: Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and/or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in Supply Chain / Logistics or Transportation Management
• Material distribution & material handling equipment experience
• Working understanding of the various materials systems and how they interrelate
• Knowledge of CPS (Caterpillar Production System)
• SAP experience

Additional Information:

• The primary location for this position is Brooklyn Park, MN.
• Domestic relocation assistance is not available
• Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

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

Posting Dates:

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.

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