Facilities Engineering Manager: DC Automation & Reliability

Caterpillar

Morton (IL)

On-site

USD 148,000 - 222,000

Full time

6 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

Turn this role into an interview — a resume and cover letter built around what this employer wants.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Morton, IL, is seeking a Manager, Facilities Engineering to oversee maintenance activities for a large manufacturing site.

You will lead the facilities maintenance team, coordinate with engineers and suppliers, and drive reliability, safety, and cost efficiency across all shifts. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, and experience with SAP EAM/PM or CMMS.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related STEM and 5 years experience in maintenance or facilities management in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Knowledge of collaborative techniques and ability to work with diverse groups
Understanding of inter-team collaboration to drive results
Data gathering and analysis skills to synthesize information from stakeholders
Strong analytical skills to interpret metrics and drive improvements
Experience with manufacturing databases and applications in a manufacturing setting
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing
Plant facilities management processes and maintenance best practices
Problem solving approaches and tools applied to operational issues
Supplier management processes in manufacturing environments

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineers, partners and suppliers to meet business goals while optimizing facilities use and budget
Build and guide an efficient facility maintenance team and lead training sessions
Evaluate operation effectiveness with utilities and equipment and provide solutions to challenges
Oversee inspections, repairs and updates of facilities and related activities
Lead multi-year capital plans and asset replacement strategies to improve reliability and safety
Direct the Morton DC Maintenance organization across all shifts with coaching and performance management
Oversee maintenance of material handling automation including conveyors, AS/RS, cranes, robotics and PLC systems
Own equipment performance and OEE, driving downtime reductions and target meeting with operations
Develop and implement programs to improve reliability and network efficiency