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Career Area:Manufacturing & Supply ChainJob Description:Caterpillar's Section Manager position leads teams, maintains or develops a strong safety culture and supervises people across multiple employee categories / payrolls in manufacturing sections to maximize efficiency in quality, velocity and cost.Job Duties/Responsibilities Include, but not limited to: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 work load, 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.
Basic Qualifications:Bachelor degree in a Manufacturing-related discipline, or
3+ years in Manufacturing environment leadership role
Previous experience in Lean Manufacturing, manufacturing operations processes, materials and / or quality
Top candidates will also have:Recent 1+ year experience as team lead or supervisor role
Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers
Experience with Lean Manufacturing
Previous Automotive/Industrial/Manufacturing experience
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, 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/CareersRelocation is available for this position.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
