Production Leader - Remanufacturing & Continuous Improvement

Caterpillar; Corinth (MS); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Remanufacturing in Corinth, MS, seeks a Production Manager to lead daily production operations on the plant floor. You will supervise multiple shifts, drive safety, quality and productivity, and implement continuous improvement initiatives across teams.

Responsibilities include reporting, documentation, and coordinating with managers to optimize processes. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for delivering results in a high‑volume remanufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience desired.
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, or remanufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of safety programs, OSHA regulations, and quality standards and systems.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, or other continuous improvement methods.
• Experience leading teams across multiple shifts, including scheduling, labor planning, and training.
• Ability to track and analyze production metrics such as safety, quality, delivery, and cost to drive improvements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP or manufacturing systems (such as SAP) is a plus.
• Strong communication and coaching skills, with the ability to build accountability and engagement at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Creating reports and records of production processes, tools issues performance, and inventory; sharing them with managers and providing suggestions to improve safety, productivity and quality.
• Preparing, maintaining, and updating documentation related to operating procedures and safety and quality standards; ensuring all processes and products meet desired safety and quality standards.
• Supervising and directing the daily activities of production lines workers, assigning tasks, ensuring coordination between different teams, ensuring their safety and monitoring their performance.
• Training new hires, managing scheduling and work conflicts, monitoring safety, and promoting internal communication to create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Safety knowledge

Quality standards

Education

Degree or equivalent experience required

Tools

ERP (SAP)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Caterpillar Remanufacturing in Corinth, MS, seeks a Production Manager to lead daily production operations on the plant floor. You will supervise multiple shifts, drive safety, quality and productivity, and implement continuous improvement initiatives across teams.

Responsibilities include reporting, documentation, and coordinating with managers to optimize processes. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for delivering results in a high‑volume remanufacturing environment.