Manager Quality (Lean/Continues Improvement Leader)

Caterpillar Inc.; Torreón; Presencial; MXN 420.000 - 660.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Caterpillar Inc. in Mexico is seeking a seasoned Operations/Quality Engineer to oversee the administration and continual improvement of quality management systems on site at our Torreón facility.

The role focuses on lean initiatives, process optimization, and sustained quality across manufacturing operations. You will lead teams, implement corrective actions, and partner with production, engineering and suppliers to ensure quality objectives are met while driving efficiency and reducing waste.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Operations, Quality, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience applying Continuous Improvement / Lean / Six Sigma tools.
• Experience supervising or leading teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead quality assurance projects and drive efficiency improvements in manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement quality assurance strategies, processes, guidelines and control plans.
• Lead corrective actions and preventive measures to meet quality targets.
• Investigate trends in non-conformances with internal and external sources.
• Lead, manage and develop multiple teams of quality staff to meet standards.
• Drive data-based changes and review reports with QA, production, and engineering teams.

Conocimientos

Decision Making

Critical Thinking

Influencing

Lean Manufacturing

Planning and Organizing

Problem Solving

QMS

Relationship Management

Educación

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

Career Area

Manufacturing

Job Description

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

IT IS YOUR TIME!

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.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

If you are looking for personal and professional growth, in a company with an inclusive culture, which seeks equity, respects differences and believes in people's potential, this is the right place. We consider people with disability candidates and those with diversity in gender, culture, ethnicity, religion, age, generation, race, nationality and sexual orientation.

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What You Will Do

Oversees the administration and continual improvement of quality management systems.

Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.

Responsabilities

• Leading projects related to quality assurance strategies but also to increase manufacturing processes efficiency using lean methodologies.
• Supporting development of quality assurance strategies, processes, guidelines and control plans which assure quality and reliability of manufactured products.
• Leading the development and implementation of corrective action and preventive measures to achieve quality targets.
• Investigating and addressing trends with internal and external non-conformance.
• Leading, managing and developing multiple teams, team leaders, quality specialists and inspectors to assure that quality standards are met.
• Driving change based on data; reviewing reports to review with quality assurance, production, management, and engineering personnel to solve quality issues.

Skills You Have

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.

Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.

Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Quality Management System (QMS): Knowledge of Quality Management System's (QMS) functions, features, and capabilities; ability to design, implement, test, and maintain Quality Management Systems to consistently meet customer requirements and regulatory compliances.

Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.

Basic Requirements

Education: Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Operations, Quality, or Manufacturing Engineering.

Experience in: Application of Continuous Improvement / Lean / Six Sigma tools; Personnel management as a supervisor/leader (line and/or administrative)

English Level: Pre-Advanced

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Master’s Degree in: Quality/Productivity, Business Administration (MBA), or Project Management
• Training as a Six Sigma Black Belt
• Leadership Skills: Ability to train personnel, manage teams, and promote a culture of quality at the source.
• English Level: Advanced

Note: This position requires the candidate to work onsite five days a week.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

August 19, 2026 - August 26, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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