Dock Logistics Coordinator ; Log

Career Area

Operations

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. This is a rare opportunity to join the Caterpillar Athens team as a direct hire. Opening available on 3rd shift. Position includes a wage of $22.19/hour (including 8% shift differential), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that begins on Day 1. Employment includes a 2‑week training program.

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.

• Review supplier shipment histories vs. receiving transactions to identify potential sources of inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain and monitor data for repeat errors and notify appropriate personnel of required actions to eliminate future occurrences.
• Gather data on product and material workflow by analyzing and developing logistics plans that affect production, distribution, and inventory.
• Work from a variety of source documents to verify part numbers, part locations and quantities.
• Perform Line checker, Receiver and/or Floater functions.
• Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies and notify appropriate personnel of results or required actions.
• Review aged open shipments and alerts, receiving personnel and material planners as appropriate to resolve or eliminate inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure grief and receiving processes and procedures are updated and communicated.

• Must have at least 6 months of Logistics/Warehouse experience.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Intermediate proficiency in SAP software.
• Forklift experience.
• Inventory control experience.
• Understanding of Logistics facility and Excavator/Tractor Product Line.
• Intermediate proficiency in functional areas of logistics such as inventory management, customer service, manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, storeroom operations and transportation.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to lead a diverse group of people.
• Good attendance, excellent customer service focus, and the ability to handle stress and often work at an urgent pace.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Initiative, good analytical and organizational skill.

• Willing and able to frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15 to 30 minutes.
• Willing and able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.
• Willing and able to walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15–30 minutes.

3rd shift:
Sunday – Thursday, 11 pm – 7:30 am

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.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

June 10, 2026 – June 22, 2026