Caterpillar Inc. · 13 hours ago
Senior Production Manager
Schertz, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$113K/yr - $169K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, committed to building a better, more sustainable world. They are seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of manufacturing production lines, ensuring safety, performance, and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Managing staffing, development, and performance management programs for operations staff; managing, motivating, and developing management team
Overseeing operations activities, ensuring that safety, and schedules and performance requirements are met, and system resources are used effectively
Monitoring overall operations performance and implementing production safety, cost, and quality control mechanisms
Ensures compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment
Conducts needs analysis to determine skill gaps or areas where training is needed
Develops training programs on the use of new or improved production machines
Directs staff on the set-up and operation of production machinery for custom or non-standard jobs
Evaluates the pros and cons of various training media and the value of each to the organization
Facilitates the training of employees on new equipment provided by equipment manufacturers
Measures the value of the training program by gathering pre- and post-training performance metrics
Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives
Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder
Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information
Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution
Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems
Adjusts to new or changing assignments, processes, and people
Demonstrates willingness to listen to other opinions
Provides examples of shifting from task to task
Identifies and considers alternative approaches to situations or problems
Accepts new or radical ideas with an open mind; avoids snap reactions
Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance
Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions
Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns
Identifies the major forces, events, and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand
Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions
Raises awareness of potential bottlenecks and disruptions to the schedule
Breaks tasks into manageable steps that can be incorporated into a personal work plan
Escalates concerns over competing or conflicting priorities
Monitors progress continuously and adjusts tactics for handling situations on a case by case basis
Creates action plans that ensure the accomplishment of responsibilities
Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching
Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience
Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position
Communicates well downward, upward, and outward
Employ appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement
Maintains focus on the topic at hand
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of approaches, tools and techniques for delivering formal and informal training on the safe and efficient operation of production machinery; ability to conduct effective formal and situation-specific training
Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations
Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change
Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems
Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
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
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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