Career Area:
Manufacturing
Job Description:
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.
Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters, at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.
The Building Construction Products team at Caterpillar designs, manufactures, markets and supports Caterpillar's line of small, versatile construction machines and attachments for the commercial construction, residential construction, specialty trades, landscaping and agriculture industries. Specifically, in Clayton, NC, we manufacturer small wheel loaders (https://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/equipment/wheel-loaders/small-wheel-loaders.html) (SWL) used for a variety of purposes across the industries we serve. If you are a supply chain or manufacturing operations professional are looking to continue your career in an impactful role, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join the team as a Production Scheduling Manager .
Specifically, you can expect to focus on two key areas:
From an execution perspective, you will:
Execute the facility's Monthly Sales and Operations Planning Process. This requires analyzing key inputs including sales forecasts, dealer inventory, facility capacity, and other factors to generate an achievable production plan which optimizes customer sales, product availability, and operational efficiency for the facility.
Create and maintain the facility Build Schedule which must consider assembly constraints, a diverse product mix, manpower availability, seasonal considerations, new product introductions, and near-term sales opportunities.
Coordinate the Worldwide Executive Product Program (EPP) for SWL responsible for analyzing scenarios and developing Action plans to reach target utilization coordinating with Business Resources, Operations, Marketing and others.
Own responsibility for Phase in and Phase Out activities for NPI as it pertains to final production of models phasing out and the ramp up for models phasing in
From the Supervise and Lead perspective:
Lead a team of three members that perform the functions of Engineering Changes, Dealer Kitting, Attachment Forecasting, and Order Slotting and Management. As their leader you will develop a deep technical understanding of these job roles.
A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:
Analytical Skills: You will need to understand numerous complexities in product, assembly constraints, method of distribution, and several other inputs. Your high analytical skills serve you well in considering these inputs, with often conflicting demands, to deliver the best recommendations.
Teamwork: You will participate in numerous cross departmental projects often, work directly with Caterpillar's global dealer network, the Small Wheel Loader Product Group and Marketing teams, and all departments at the facility.
Leadership: You will focus on respecting and engaging team members, putting facility goals ahead of personal objectives, and effective communication skills.
Lean Thinking : You will drive the incorporation of error proofing and lean manufacturing concepts into the Demand and Order department's processes.
Customer Focus: This individual is laser focused on the customer both internal and external (dealers) customers.
Managing Change and Agility: This individual must adapt quickly to changes and help the team embrace the changes.
Top Candidates for this position may also have:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
At least 10 years Supply Chain experience including at least 5 years being in Demand or Orders OR 15 years of experience in an assembly setting performing duties in at least 3 functional areas.
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles
Experience scheduling in a manufacturing or assembly environment with a high degree of product complexity
Additional Information:
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
ISE assignment is not available for this position.
How we support you (Employee benefits)
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career including the potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing positions. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a very generous yearly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacations and paid holidays (Prorated based on hire date). Safety is a top priority at Caterpillar, we provide all necessary personal protective equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, uniform shirts, and pants.
The power of everyone
At Caterpillar, we believe that each person is unique and valued. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the community where we live and work. To learn more about Caterpillar please visit: www.Caterpillar.com
Posting Dates:
October 1, 2024 - October 16, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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