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Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago

Group Manager (Production Manager)- 2nd & 3rd Shift

Lafayette, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$113K/yr - $169K/yr

6+ years exp

Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in manufacturing, dedicated to building sustainable communities. The Group Manager will lead shift operations in a manufacturing environment, focusing on safety, efficiency, and quality while managing multiple value streams and ensuring production requirements are met.

ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering

No H1B

Responsibilities

Monitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate any unsafe operations/behaviors and ensure a safe and clean production environment within the Assembly Operation

Ensure processes are followed to meet quality standards. Monitors’ quality metrics and provides direction when necessary

Coordinate the effective operation of assigned areas of manufacturing to meet established schedules and production requirements while maintaining cost. Develops plans for efficient use of materials, machines and manpower to achieve manufacturing cost, quality and inventory management target during shift

Ensure proper direction and supervision of activities on assigned shift to maintain effective utilization of personnel and machinery. Ability to quickly diagnose complex problems and reprioritize facility resources in a dynamic environment is essential

Initiate and conduct process improvement dialogs with Section Managers, Team Leads and Team Members. Drive root cause analysis and utilize ICA’s and PCA’s resolution on all forms of loss, i.e., safety, quality, production

Implement and support various corporate initiatives such as STOP-TO-FIX, BIQ, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, Internal Certification, etc

Promote development of people through continued education, employee involvement, increased responsibility, and ergonomics. Train and mentor new supervisors on best practices for leading in a manufacturing environment. Sets goals and assist team in meeting quality goals/standards

Qualification

Lean Manufacturing6 SigmaAssembly operationsLeadership experiencePerformance managementProblem solvingCommunication skillsTeamworkMicrosoft OfficeMechanical aptitudeChange managementAnalytical thinkingFlexibilityEffective communication

Required

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant leadership experience OR Associate's degree and 4 years of relevant leadership experience OR 6 years of relevant leadership experience

5+ years of interaction with assembly and/or machine shop operations, equipment and processes or support

Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills

Be able to communicate with others

Strong communication skills

Demonstrate teamwork and have the ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers'

Must be a self-starter and work with limited direction

Must possess strong motivational skills, a high degree of self-initiative, and a strong customer focus

Be proficient with Microsoft Office products

Be willing to work outside of normal work hours including overtime and alternative shifts

Must be willing to work across all buildings within the LEC campus

Preferred

LEC Assembly Experience

Prior 6 Sigma/Lean manufacturing experience

Strong leadership and managerial skills

Ability to direct a diverse team of people to ensure divisional goals are met

Change management and innovative critical thinking skills in a competitive large engine industry

Have a mechanical aptitude

Masters degree from an accredited college or university

Achieved a professional certification (ASQ, SME, etc.)

Experience working within an extended value stream methodology with cross departmental collaboration amongst operations, quality, manufacturing engineering, design engineering, supply chain & maintenance

Experience with 3500, 3600, and/or C175 Engines and component manufacturing or other assembly areas

Experience in a management role in machine shop operations, assembly operations, or operations quality