Logistics Specialist (1st Shift)

Career Area: Operations 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. Your Work Shapes the World   Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With an over 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.  As a Logistics Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the implementation & improvement of Supply Chain processes and storage plans for Caterpillar Paving Products, Brooklyn Park Facility.     What to Expect:    As a Logistics Specialist, you will support Inventory Control & Supply Chain Engineering activities related to production and New Product Introduction (NPI).  In addition, it is expected that the candidate is aware of inventory management systems and can integrate this into their activities.  Pay Rate and Schedule:   The position includes a total extension wage of $28.35 /hour plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program. Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation/PTO, holiday, and Winter Holiday*. 401k matching AND additional 2-5% annual company contribution* to 401k’s.  Openings available on  1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 06:00 a.m. - 02:00 p.m.  Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. All initial communication and status updates will be via email.

Day to Day:    The job duties for this role will implement Supply Chain solutions.  To be successful, this position must utilize technical skills and soft skills described below.    The technical skills are defined as:   Support processing areas and resolve inventory record accuracy issues  Inventory transfer & rearrangement planning & execution  Standardize warehouse storage & manufacturing point-of-use (POU) presentation including labeling  Material Handling standard work documentation enhancements  Monitoring of returnable rack repair queues (including replacement materials stocking)  Data purification & analysis including SAP control cycles & kanban’s  You will also demonstrate basic skill levels of the following values-based competencies (VBCs):    integrity & trust;  building inclusive relationships;  customer focus;  problem solving;  priority setting;  flexibility / dealing with uncertainty  driving standardization.   Required Qualification for Consideration(minimum):    Minimum of 1 year experience in one of the following areas: Material Specialist, Shipper, Receiver, Lead or equivalent experience materials in a highly collaborative environment  Minimum of 1 year experience of ERP system (Mach1 SAP or other) experience including material movements and transactions  Intermediate computer skills (including MS Office/Excel)  Minimum 1 year experience operating material handling equipment or prior certification (i.e. counterbalance, turret, reach, picker)  Top Candidates Will Have:   Prior Caterpillar Paving experience    Associate's degree or two year technical degree or certificate    Previous expertise in supply channel  Strong Safety Mindset  Strong Communication Skills  Proactive work ethic  Details:   Shift:  1st Shift  Hours: 06:00 a.m.- 02:00 p.m.    ​ Compensation: L06; $28.35/hr wage extension    Location:  Brooklyn Park, MN  Applications: Must include relevant experience  Work Environment & Physical Requirements   In this role you will be on your