3rd Shift Production Manager: Lead & Optimize Manufacturing

Caterpillar Inc.; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career development

Incentive bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a 3rd Shift Production Manager for the Fuel Systems Operations in Pontiac, IL. You will lead up to 30 technicians across Machining, Assembly, and Test, directing daily activities and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will own scheduling, budgets, staffing strategies, and drive relentless pursuit of SPQVC excellence through effective communication and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of problem solving approaches, tools, and techniques to identify and resolve problems.
• Ability to set and track performance goals, provide feedback, and drive improvements.
• Able to analyze data to identify root causes and develop solutions.
• Ability to make informed decisions using data and stakeholder input.
• Plan tasks and allocate resources to meet deadlines and priorities.
• Communicate clearly, provide constructive feedback, and present information effectively.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail in all work.

Responsibilities

• Create reports and records of production processes, tools issues performance, and inventory; share them with managers and provide suggestions to improve safety, productivity and quality.
• Prepare, maintain, and update documentation related to operating procedures and safety and quality standards; ensure all processes and products meet desired safety and quality standards.
• Supervise and direct the daily activities of production lines workers, assign tasks, ensure coordination between different teams, ensure their safety and monitor their performance.
• Train new hires, manage scheduling and work conflicts, monitor safety, and promote internal communication to create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Problem solving

Performance management

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Planning & organizing

Effective communications

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a 3rd Shift Production Manager for the Fuel Systems Operations in Pontiac, IL. You will lead up to 30 technicians across Machining, Assembly, and Test, directing daily activities and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will own scheduling, budgets, staffing strategies, and drive relentless pursuit of SPQVC excellence through effective communication and continuous improvement.