Operations Automation Analyst

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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 at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar youre joining a global team who care not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future work builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dont 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.

OurProduct Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within PSLD as within all of Caterpillar our priority is ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly everyelement of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat Parts Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities technology and operational excellence.

As an Operations Automation Analyst you will lead and support the design implementation and management of automated systems that drive the performance safety and efficiency of Aftermarket Parts Distribution Centers. This position has a particular focus on controls robotic automation and automated Vehicles but it may also include other types of warehouse automation. You will play a key role in modernizing warehouse operations troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring seamless integration of automation technologies.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Morton IL and does not offer relocation
• This role is 1st Shift: Monday through Friday
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunities for hybrid or remote schedules
• This role requires up to 5% domestic travel
• There may be times where this role is on-call for off-hours support

What You Will Do:

• Work independently and with diverse & multi-functional teams (operations legal purchasing engineering IT etc.)

• Identify technology and innovative methods to improve facility and supply chain efficiency and costs and drive continuous improvement throughout the entire facility

• Collaborate with engineers globally to benchmark best practices implement improvements and make expert recommendations for automated solutions

• Closely monitor automation system operations metrics and maintenance

• Lead automation changes and modifications as required (example automated vehicle route changes) and locally lead supplier & vendor interaction

• Enable the installation and replication of robotic picking systems

• Lead and administer training of local resources on safe and efficient use of automation and warehouse process execution

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches tools and techniques; ability to anticipate recognize and resolve technical issues on hardware software application or operation.

• Industrial Automation/Automatic Control: Knowledge of various industrial automatic control systems processes and methodologies in a manufacturing environment; ability to design implement and maintain automatic production systems/processes to improve productivity and efficiency as well as minimize human intervention.

• Robotics/Computer Controlled Machinery: Knowledge of robotics technologies and computer controlled machinery; ability to implement and operate robotics and computer controlled machinery in an automated manufacturing environment.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have/Preferred Skills):

• Strong collaborative interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work across functions to perform work deploying supply chain improvements
• Engineering/Technical Degree or Equivalent Experience
• Demonstrated success in implementing warehouse operations improvement via new technology and processes
• Previous experience managing capital budgets and implementing capital improvement projects
• Be a strong team player in order to be effective in deploying supply chain improvements as part of a team

What You Will Get:

Through it allweareone team creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the more about theCaterpillarExperience.

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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

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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