Career Area:
Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Job Description:
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
JOB PURPOSE:
This is a 2nd shift Supervisory position that will be responsible for managing a production schedule, technicians, and overall performance of designated value stream. You will be responsible for meeting Caterpillar's goals for People, Quality, Velocity and Cost that support a 24/7 operation.
JOB RELATED STATISTICS:
Personnel: Up to 25+ team members as direct reports
JOB DUTIES:
Monitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate any unsafe operations and ensure a safe and clean product environment.
Determines processing needs to assure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to meet schedules and production requirements.
Daily tie-in with production management to designate workload, priorities and sequence for work assigned.
Determines overtime need, determines priorities when resources are insufficient, and decides when disciplinary action is necessary.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency. Works to improve processes, timeliness and reduce costs by eliminating non-value-added activities.
Ensures the quality of product produced and conforms to Caterpillars Quality Policy while maintaining cost.
Ensure necessary parts and materials are ordered and distributed in a timely and efficient manner
Implement various corporate initiatives such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, CQMS/ISO certification, etc.
Responsible for training and development of staff, time keeping, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, and ensuring consistent application of organizational needs.
Employee is also responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.This job exists only in those locations where the Section Manager has primary responsibility for the performance of multiple shifts, for direct production and support functions. The Section Manager will supervise salaried and hourly employees and may also supervise lower level Section Managers.Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, affirmative action, etc. in performing assigned duties.
Basic Qualifications
Requires at least 3 - 4 years of shop floor experience and have a mechanical aptitude.
Must have a thorough knowledge of CPS processes and tools, machine shop operations, equipment, and processes plus familiarity with materials and quality objectives.
A bachelor's degree or its equivalent is required for this position.
3 - 4 years prior experience in strategic planning and supervisory experience is desirable.
Good human relations skills are required to develop a cooperative work relationship with others inside and outside the department. Must be proficient with all Microsoft office products.
Must be willing to work outside of normal work hours including overtime and alternate shifts.
The employee may be required to move items weighing up to 35 pounds.
Additional Information:
Benefits :
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.
Company matched 401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
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. #LI
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