Manufacturing Engineer — Lean Process Innovator

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an engineer to design all aspects of production for fuel injectors at the Pontiac, IL site. You will ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency while leading new process designs and improving assembly performance.

The role emphasizes supervising operations staff, optimizing manufacturing equipment, and fostering continuous improvement in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering or technical field.
• Knowledge of decision-making processes and tools.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement enhancements to complex manufacturing operations equipment and processes.
• Monitor equipment reliability and address problem areas.
• Provide supervision and development for operations technical staff.
• Lead planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities.
• Drive continuous improvement of the assembly process.
• Facilitate APQP elements (Process Flow, Control Plan, PFMEA).

Skills

Decision Making

Lean Manufacturing

Manufacturing Equipment

Manufacturing Processes

Manufacturing Safety

Manufacturing Standards

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

APQP

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an engineer to design all aspects of production for fuel injectors at the Pontiac, IL site. You will ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency while leading new process designs and improving assembly performance.

The role emphasizes supervising operations staff, optimizing manufacturing equipment, and fostering continuous improvement in a high-volume environment.