Senior Production Manager

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

At Caterpillarwe workto help our customers build a better our team of talented bright and driven individuals we wouldnt be the Caterpillar we are this is your chance to join our team and do workthatmatters. We want you to help usenable customer successmake progress possible around the worldand help our communitiesgrowand thrive. We are looking for a dynamic organized self-starter to join our High-Performance Molded Products Facility (HPMP) as a Senior Production Manager in Boonville Missouri.

The HPMP facility is within CaterpillarsIntegrated Components Division (ICD)which is one of the most innovative divisions within ICD as within all of Caterpillar our priority is ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly everyelement of the first fit and service part value streams from procurement to design and is responsible for thedesign andmanufactureof Wear & Maintenance Products (Undercarriage and GET) and Specialty Products (Seals Tubes & Hardware Hose & Couplings Fluids and Filters).

Werecommittedtoour customers who build a better world with our products services and solutions. We understand andshowthevalue of why they should always choose us. Were exploring new ideas and opportunities innovatingto discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrows growth.

Through it allweareone team creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.

What You Will Do:

• Implement aggressive actions to promote our safety and lean culture demonstrated by eliminating safety hazards and waste in the work areas.

• Manage staffing development and performance management programs for operations staff

• Manage motivate and develop management team.

• Oversee operations activities ensuring that safety schedules and performance requirements are met and system resources are used effectively.

• Driving improvements for overall operations performance and implementing production safety cost and quality control mechanisms.

• Ensures the compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment.

Education requirement:

• Engineering or Operations Management Degree or demonstrate equivalent knowledge through professional expertise.

What skills you will have:

Influencing:

• Lead cross-functional teams to optimize end-to-end production processes and improve throughput.

• Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and enhance operational efficiency.

• Oversee daily operations across multiple production lines ensuring alignment with corporate goals and KPIs.

• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

• Utilize ERP systems to monitor production metrics and support data-driven decision-making.

Analytical Thinking:

• Develop and enforce quality control procedures to meet ISO and Caterpillar-specific standards.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.

• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to ensure consistent quality across the supply chain.

• Lead internal audits and compliance reviews to maintain certifications and regulatory standards.

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement through Six Sigma and other quality initiatives.

Performance Management:

• Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular evaluations for production supervisors and team leads.

• Use KPIs and dashboards to track team productivity quality and safety performance.

• Provide coaching and development plans to enhance individual and team capabilities.

• Recognize and reward high-performing employees to boost morale and retention.

• Address performance gaps through structured improvement plans and targeted training programs.

Planning and Organizing:

• Develop and execute production schedules aligned with demand forecasts and inventory targets.

• Balance labor materials and equipment resources to efficiently meet production goals.

• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of components and finished goods.

• Create contingency plans to mitigate risks related to supply disruptions or equipment failures.

• Lead strategic planning sessions to align production capabilities with long-term business objectives.

Additional Information:

This position requires the candidate to work onsite five days a week at the Boonville MO office.

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.

This position may require up to 10% travel.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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