Career Area:
Manufacturing
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 at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you’re 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 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.
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. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat 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 all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.
About Caterpillar:
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s 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, we’ve 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:
$87,480.00 - $131,280.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
November 10, 2025 - November 23, 2025
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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