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.
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.
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Caterpillar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Clayton, NC. In this technical- heavy role, you will collaborate with the team in maintaining and improving processes and systems in the manufacture of the products produced in the facility. Further, you will analyze and recommend current and future systems, procedures and equipment needs based on manufacturing requirements.
What you can look forward to in this role:
Initiates and conducts process improvement dialogs with team leads and team members
Drives root cause corrective action projects and drives continuous improvement
Leads section status reporting and monitors / audits section
Leads the creation, implementation, and training of standard work procedures
Monitors and improves shop floor safety, aggressively eliminates unsafe processes
Assures fixtures, tooling and processes are followed to meet production schedules
Determines priorities and sequences jobs
Schedules and prioritizes constrained resources, creates and maintains departmental budgets, and adjusts staffing to meet flow and customer requirements
Acts as a liaison between the factory and Product Engineering/Software development teams to develop and implement new products and changes within the factory.
Responsible for In-Process Validation and Tool Crib for the Clayton, NC facility.
Responsible for overseeing factory digitalization and automation projects including but not limited to Factory Andon, torque monitoring software, and integration with assembly systems.
A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:
Manufacturing Processes : Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.
Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.
Lean Manufacturing : Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.
Capacity Planning & Management : Knowledge of tools, approaches and practices for determining production demand and ability to manage resources needed to provide satisfactory levels of service.
Top Candidates for this position may also have:
A bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline from an accredited college or university
At least 3 years' project management experience.
At least 3 years' experience evaluating processes and technical solutions.
Work experience in Assembly, Fabrications, Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Quality.
Significant experience with Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma.
Significant experience developing standard work, manufacturing execution systems, and time studies.
A master's degree in an engineering, technical, or business discipline.
Product Testing and/or performance testing experience
Deep expertise in Electrical and Hydraulic systems (design and troubleshooting)
Programming
Experience with factory automation systems, robotics, PLC's
Additional Information:
The primary location for this position is Clayton, NC.
Domestic relocation assistance is available
Sponsorship is not available
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
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
September 20, 2024 - October 3, 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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