Career Area:
Manufacturing & Supply ChainJob Description:
This is a supervisory position responsible for supporting the manufacturing operation by providing tooling, processes, equipment, etc. needed and is done through coordination of a technical staff assigned to provide for the needs of the shop operation.
Assignments include fixture/tool design, manufacturing processing including digitalization & automation, cost estimating, systems planning, layout, standards, NPI/NSI planning, etc. and requires the coordination of related cross-functions.
Coordinates capital projects for process enhancement and to improve customer satisfaction, conducting research and ensuring proper approvals. Keeps abreast of industry changes by attending product demonstrations and identifies ongoing improvements in processes and technologies to better serve customers.
Provides training, development and motivation for a staff capable of completing objectives and implementing cost reduction projects and meeting PQVC requirements of the manufacturing process.
The position supervises or manages a work unit of primarily management and salaried employees where planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reviewing work of subordinates is required. The position is also responsible for expense budgets, capital forecasts and expenditures, and all personnel issues in the area including performance evaluations of subordinates.
BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE: Requires a technical and university degree in an appropriate manufacturing or engineering related field, previous supervisory experience and at least four to six years manufacturing experience. Requires a thorough knowledge of the planning system, manufacturing operations, facilities, methods and tooling required. Analytical ability as well as communication skills is essential. An engineering degree or equivalent experience in various manufacturing assignments both staff and supervisor, is necessary to support the shop operations.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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