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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.

About EPD

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Role Definition

The Shipping & Receiving Team Lead supports the Section Manager in leading daily warehouse and logistics operations within the Alpharetta, Georgia facility. This role is responsible for coordinating team activities, prioritizing workflow, driving safety, quality, and inventory performance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The Team Lead serves as a key liaison between warehouse employees, logistics partners, production teams, and customers to ensure efficient material flow and on-time delivery.

What You Will Do

• Lead daily team meetings and communicate priorities, workload expectations, and operational updates.
• Coordinate workflow and allocate resources to support shipping, receiving, inventory, and material handling activities.
• Partner with logistics providers and carriers to coordinate expedited shipments and resolve transportation issues.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to improve logistics processes and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and lead inventory reconciliation efforts.
• Track and report Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost (SQVC) performance metrics.
• Lead problem-solving activities and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Investigate customer-reported quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and warehouse operating standards.
• Support employee development by maintaining training records and coordinating cross-training opportunities.
• Occasionally operate forklifts, reach trucks, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.
• Perform shipping, receiving, warehousing, and material handling activities as needed.

What You Will Have

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong commitment to operational excellence.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous leadership experience in a warehouse, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading employee teams and coordinating daily operations.
• Lean Manufacturing, Lean Logistics, or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience with inventory management, cycle counting, and material flow optimization.
• Prior experience using ERP, WMS, or warehouse management systems.
• Experience leading root-cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift materials up to 35 pounds individually or 70 pounds as a team lift.
• Ability to bend, reach, squat, and perform material handling activities as needed.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures.
• Consistent use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods during the workday.
• Forklift, reach truck, and crane operation may be required.

Additional Information

• This position is located onsite in Alpharetta, GA.
• Relocation is not provided for this position.
• Visa Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Summary Pay Range:

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

Posting Dates:

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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