Lead Paint Production Manager - Lean & Safety

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off, Vacation

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Athens, GA, is seeking a 1st Shift Paint Production Manager to oversee a production line, manage schedules, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. You will train new hires, resolve conflicts, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

The role requires leadership experience in manufacturing, knowledge of powder coat and paint systems, and Lean/Six Sigma background. Relocation is not offered, and the position is based in Athens, GA.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to identify root causes and develop solutions.
• Performance management techniques applied to individuals and teams.
• Structured problem solving across operations and processes.
• Organizational planning and efficient resource management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production line activities and ensure safety.
• Train new hires, manage scheduling and resolve conflicts.
• Maintain and update operating procedures, safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with other departments on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and document process improvements with Team Leads and Members.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Performance Management

Problem Solving

Planning and Organizing

Education

Six Sigma Greenbelt

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Athens, GA, is seeking a 1st Shift Paint Production Manager to oversee a production line, manage schedules, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. You will train new hires, resolve conflicts, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

The role requires leadership experience in manufacturing, knowledge of powder coat and paint systems, and Lean/Six Sigma background. Relocation is not offered, and the position is based in Athens, GA.