Caterpillar Inc. · 22 hours ago
Manager- Production (1st shift)
Mapleton, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $146K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to building a better world through innovative manufacturing solutions. The Manager of Production oversees a complex production line, ensuring safety and quality standards while coordinating activities and leading production staff.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Creating reports and records of production processes, tools issues performance, and inventory; sharing them with managers and providing suggestions to improve safety, productivity and quality
Preparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to operating procedures and safety and quality standards; ensuring all processes and products meet desired safety and quality standards
Supervising and directing the daily activities of production lines workers, assigning tasks, ensuring coordination between different teams, ensuring their safety and monitoring their performance
Training new hires, managing scheduling and work conflicts, monitoring safety, and promoting internal communication to create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Oversees and coordinates the activities of a more complex production line, prepares schedules, resolves issues, and ensures adherence to safety and quality standards
Creating reports and records of production processes, tools issues performance, and inventory; sharing them with managers and providing suggestions to improve safety, productivity and quality
Preparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to operating procedures and safety and quality standards; ensuring all processes and products meet desired safety and quality standards
Supervising and directing the daily activities of production lines workers, assigning tasks, ensuring coordination between different teams, ensuring their safety and monitoring their performance
Training new hires, managing scheduling and work conflicts, monitoring safety, and promoting internal communication to create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Manufacturing Operations: Oversees daily maintenance operations to ensure alignment with production goals, safety standards, and plant efficiency. Facilitates cross-department communication, evaluates operational risks, and applies industry benchmarks to optimize performance and capacity planning
Planning and Organizing: Effectively plans and organizes maintenance tasks by breaking down complex jobs into manageable steps and creating actionable schedules. Proactively identifies potential disruptions, escalates conflicting priorities, and adjusts plans to ensure timely completion of work while maintaining operational flow
Manufacturing Safety: Champions a culture of safety by conducting inspections, enforcing OSHA compliance, and promoting awareness among maintenance staff. Designs emergency response procedures, identifies and mitigates hazards, and ensures all personnel adhere to safety regulations and protocols
Preferred
Previous foundry experience
Previous assembly or production operations experience
Previous supervisory or leadership experience
Intermediate‑level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to effectively leverage spreadsheets to support production reporting and operational decision‑making
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
2026-01-22
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