Manager, Logistics; 3rd Shift

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.

Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive.

We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Manager, Logistics (3rd Shift)
in
Champaign, IL.

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.

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –
innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

As the Manager, Logistics (3rd Shift), you will lead all warehouse and automation operations during 3rd Shift at the Midwest Logistics Center (MWLC) in Champaign, IL. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and uninterrupted material flow across inbound, storage, order fulfillment, and outbound processes while maximizing the performance of Auto Store automation, Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), and supporting warehouse execution systems.

The Manager, Logistics provides leadership to front‑line supervisors and hourly employees, drives operational excellence, develops talent, and delivers results in safety, quality, productivity, and customer service.

• Location:
  
  Champaign, IL (United States)
• Shift: 3rd Shift (Monday through Friday 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM Central Time)
• Domestic Relocation Offered:
  Yes
• U.S. Work Authorization Assistance Offered:
  None

• Champion a zero‑injury culture through visible leadership, accountability, engagement, and compliance.
• Ensure safe operation of automated systems, AMRs, material handling equipment, and warehouse processes.
• Conduct safety observations, incident investigations, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Partner with EHS to identify and eliminate operational risks.
• Lead all 3rd shift warehouse operations, including receiving, put‑away, Auto Store replenishment, order fulfillment, kitting, and outbound support.
• Execute staffing and production plans to achieve throughput, service, inventory…