Manager Production

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team that 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.

Role Definition

We are looking for an organized self-starter to join our team as a 1st shift Section Manager in LPSD at the building KK, in East Peoria, IL for the Assembly line.

What You Will Do

• Monitor and improve shop floor safety, identify risks, and aggressively eliminate unsafe processes
• Takes full accountability for Quality within assigned value stream. Executes feedback loop to causal parties and drives RCCA. Improves process and human performance for issues directly related to the Assembly function. Leads Built-in-Quality (BIQ) efforts for value stream.
• Assures Standard Work and Manufacturing Execution System is strictly followed to meet quality requirements and production schedules
• Partners with Scheduling to optimize production plan, adjusts model mix and staff to meet flow and customer requirements
• Lead with high standards and accountability; develop workforce and execute disciplinary action when appropriate
• Partners with Supply Chain / Logistics to ensure material availability at point of use
• Ensures preventive and operator-performed maintenance is conducted according to schedule
• Coaches Lean Manufacturing & CPS practices and creates a culture of continuous improvement. Drives problems solving to Quality and Timing defects.
• Executes operator training program and builds flexibility by advancing cross training program
• Initiates and conducts process improvement dialogs with Team Leads and Team Members
• Leads CPS section status reporting and monitors / audits section metrics

Degree Requirement

Degree or equivalent experience desired

Skills You Must Have

Additional Information

Summary Pay Range

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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