1st shift Senior Manufacturing Support (Logistics) - Caterpillar : Job Details

Career Area:OperationsJob 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.Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors. As Senior Manufacturing Support at Caterpillar Inc., you will perform a variety of logistic support activities in the areas of logistics planning, materials planning, and packaging analysis and other duties as assigned.In this role you may be expected to:Manage the Athens Owned Custom Rack Process:

• Conduct cycle counts with suppliers and the Athens team
• Identify damaged racks and group for repairs
• Work with Packaging Engineers to determine if we repair onsite vs. ship to suppliers
• Develop and execute phased repair plans with vendors
• Prepare and/or assemble required shipping documents, including BOLs
• Track data to identify root causes and trends
• Execute Annual Rack Cycle Count
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in rack loops, Conduct Root Cause Corrective Action Analysis, and notify appropriate personnel of results or required actions.
• Manage Onsite Repair Process
• Schedule and execute onsite repairs
• Work with Packaging Engineers to develop standard work for simple repairs
• Additionally, procure supporting components; and maintain appropriate levels of bolts, hinges, and dunnage material to support repairs.

Manage Purchase Order Process:

• Initiate purchase or production requisitions as appropriate.
• Ensure Purchase Orders are issued, tracked, invoiced, and closed out in a timely manner
• Ensure tracking requirements and compliance controls are maintained

Coordinate with external rack vendors and suppliers to reduce rack repair costsBasic Qualifications:

• 2-year degree or 4 years of direct experience in Manufacturing (Operations, Supply Chain, or Logistics)
• Advanced Proficiency (Advanced skills/knowledge and capable of functioning independently; can train others) in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Project management experience and demonstrated decision making skills
• Excellent communication skills and able to operate independently. Able to facilitate communication across multiple teams to develop, implement and execute repair schedules
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Office Word
• Intermediate proficiency in SAP
• Production planning experience
• Smart Track system experience
• Supplier Development experience
• Inventory control experience

Additional Information:

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Work location: Athens, GA
• Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Although uncommon, work hours may be changed or mandatory overtime scheduled as business needs require.
• Entry pay is $25.96/hour.
• Resumes are encouraged. Failure to attach a resume may lead to application to not be considered. This may lead to disqualification.

Employee benefit detailsOur goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.Final detailsPlease frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.Posting Dates:November 20, 2024 - November 27, 2024Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.