Logistics Planning Technician
Caterpillar, Earl Shilton, Leicestershire
Logistics Planning Technician
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Caterpillar, Earl Shilton, Leicestershire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 4 days ago, 30 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 8ddd11367836462bbeb8b600476c2ea2
Location ref: Earl Shilton, Leicestershire
Full Job Description
- Support Logistics and production activities, helping manage material flow, asset storage, data and reporting to keep operations running effectively.
- Develop and improve standard ways of working, creating and updating clear work instructions using tools such as Geneo.
- Maintain accurate systems, data and trackers, making sure information supports effective asset management and material movement.
- Support safe changes within Logistics, contributing to risk assessments and lift plans for new tasks or equipment, including the introduction of automation.
- Identify and support improvements, using data and knowledge of the operation to find practical ways to improve efficiency, including through Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs).
- Work safely and responsibly, following Health & Safety requirements and completing required training., Digital Skills: Uses Excel and digital tools confidently to maintain accurate information, work with data and produce clear reports that support operational decisions.
- Problem Solving: Reviews data and processes, identifies problems or opportunities and puts forward practical improvements that make work simpler and more efficient.
- Communication: Works effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and suppliers, sharing clear information, resolving issues and supporting operational priorities.
- Standard Work: Creates and updates clear work instructions and processes, making sure work is completed safely, consistently and to the required standard. What You May Have:
- Systems: Uses systems such as Glovia, SAP, Power BI, Power Apps or SharePoint to manage information, materials or assets and support reporting.
- Safety & Improvement: Applies risk assessment and continuous improvement principles to make working practices safer and more efficient. British Safety Council Level 2, CPS Green Belt or similar training would be beneficial.
- Automation: Understands how automation and digital technology can make processes safer, simpler and more efficient. A basic understanding of PLC programming is desirable, helping to support automated equipment and future process improvements. Just a quick heads-up: We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so if you're interested, don't wait too long! We may close the advert early if we feel we've got a strong pool of potentially suitable applicants.
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., Caterpillar 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. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation - and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It's your time and talent, make it count., There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee's contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we've built.
Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build. Benefits : 27 days annual leave + bank holidays , opportunity to buy additional holiday, bonus , contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10% , contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, Employee Support Networks - join groups that offer support, connection , and a sense of community , optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/logistics-planning-technician-127665441