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Section Manager - 1st/2nd ShiftDescriptionAt Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world – for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Section Manager (2ndShift) in East Peoria, IL.Product Support and Logistics DivisionWe’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.And we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.As a Section Manager you will lead team and supervise people in manufacturing sections to maximize efficiency in safety, quality, velocity and cost. Our East Peoria facility produces undercarriage track & components for track-type-tractor customers around the globe.Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Monitors and improves shop floor safety, aggressively eliminates unsafe processes
Assures tooling and processes are followed to meet production schedules
Determines priorities and works with scheduling team to meet production goals
Schedules and prioritizes constrained resources, and adjusts staffing to meet flow and customer requirements
Determines and executes disciplinary action when appropriate
Establish & maintain robust safety action plans to maintain a proactive safety culture
Ensures preventive maintenance is performed according to schedule
Utilize Lean manufacturing techniques & methodologies& value stream mapping reviews to drive continuous improvement efforts with support teams
Evaluates, assess, identifies and leads the deployment of workforce training
Actively deploys 5S & Housekeeping improvements/teams
Practices and teaches CPS Guiding Principles
Initiates and conducts process improvement dialogs with Team Leads and Team Members – including daily shift startup meetings.
Drives root cause corrective action projects and drives continuous improvement
Leads section status reporting and monitors / audits section metrics
Leads the creation, implementation and training of standard work procedures
QualificationsBasic Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Leadership experience as Supervisor/Team Lead role
Previous experience in Lean Manufacturing, manufacturing operations processes, materials and / or quality
Top candidates will also have:
Prior experience in manufacturing / operations planning / or manufacturing engineering
Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers.
Good communication, interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills
Experience in building, developing, and coaching team members to build the “Best Team”
Additional Information:This position does not offer relocationThis position requires 10% or less travel.This posting will close on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 11:59 pm CST.Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.Caterpillar.com/careers .Job Manufacturing & Supply ChainPrimary Location United States-Illinois-East PeoriaUnposting Date: Feb 2, 2020, 10:59:00 PMEEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.Req ID: 190009FL
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