Training Manager

Caterpillar; Mapleton (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Training Manager in Mapleton, IL to lead the operations training team across two sites, shaping onboarding and ongoing development for about 1,200 employees. You will partner with HR leadership to design and deploy talent programs that align with strategic goals and improve capabilities.

You will evaluate curricula, manage resources, collaborate with vendors, and drive continuous improvement in development initiatives to support a defect-free culture.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of employee training and development methodologies; ability to ensure that a target population has the knowledge and skills required to meet both tactical and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead team of training and development professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business.
• Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize training and development initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Partner closely with facility leadership on the strategic design and deployment of operations training.
• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive talent programs aimed to develop and retain talent, leveraging enterprise standards and tailoring them to fit unique operational needs.
• Assisting management in evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's talent practices and recommending improvement opportunities.
• Evaluating existing curriculum or learning solutions and recommending appropriate approaches for improving the quality, cost, and value of development programs.
• Implementing programs with efficient use of resources, including working with vendors and technology solutions, to achieve learning goals aligned to business objectives.

Skills

Training and Development

Strategic Advisory

Stakeholder Collaboration

Talent Program Design

Data Reporting

Job description

Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) team has a Training Manager role open in Mapleton, IL, serving both the Mapleton foundry and the Hodges, SC foundry. In this role you will be the onsite manager of the operations training team of 5+ team members between the two sites, supporting approximately 1200 employees in their onboarding and ongoing training experience. Your primary responsibility is to oversee all operations development aspects within the facility while working closely with the Senior Manager Human Resources, Factory Manager, and on-site senior leaders. As a member of the Human Resources team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team, and we can’t wait for you to join us!

What You Will Do:

• Lead team of training and development professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business.
• Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize training and development initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Partner closely with facility leadership on the strategic design and deployment of operations training.
• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive talent programs aimed to develop and retain talent, leveraging enterprise standards and tailoring them to fit unique operational needs.
• Assisting management in evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's talent practices and recommending improvement opportunities.
• Evaluating existing curriculum or learning solutions and recommending appropriate approaches for improving the quality, cost, and value of development programs.
• Implementing programs with efficient use of resources, including working with vendors and technology solutions, to achieve learning goals aligned to business objectives.

What You Have:

Training and Development: Knowledge of employee training and development methodologies; ability to ensure that a target population has the knowledge and skills required to meet both tactical and strategic objectives.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Additional Information:

• Location: Mapleton, IL
• This role requires 5 days a week in office
• Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is NOT available

What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar –

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

October 28, 2026 - November 9, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.