Manager Production - Building KK, 2nd Shift

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Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

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Role Definition

Caterpillar’s Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions (IDES) division is looking for an organized self-starter to join our team as a 2nd shift Production Manager for Bevel Gears at building KK, in East Peoria, IL. As a production manager, you will be leading a group of machine operators to drive improvement in a very dynamic and exciting work environment. You will have up to 25+ direct report team members.

What you will do

Monitor and improve shop floor safety, aggressively eliminating unsafe processesAssures fixtures, tooling and processes are followed to meet production schedulesDetermines priorities and sequences jobsSchedules and prioritizes constrained resources, and adjusts staff to meet flow and customer requirementsDetermines and executes disciplinary action when appropriateEnsures production material is procured and distributed to meet production schedulesIncreases production efficiency through continuous improvement and waste elimination utilizing LEAN principlesEnsures preventive maintenance is performed according to scheduleImplements, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, Internal Certification, and othersEvaluates, assess, identifies, and leads the deployment of workforce trainingActively deploys value stream improvementsPractices and teaches CPS Guiding PrinciplesInitiates and conducts process improvement dialogs with Team Leads and Team MembersDrives root cause corrective action projects and continuous improvementLeads section status reporting and monitors / audits section metricsLeads the creation, implementation, and training of standard work procedures
Degree Requirement

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience desired.
What Skills You Will Have

Problem Solving: Ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve operational or process issues using structured problem-solving methodsPerformance Management: Ability to coach, develop, and hold individuals and teams accountable for performance expectations and improvement plansDecision Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze situations, evaluate options, and make timely decisions based on facts, metrics, and informed judgmentEffective Communications: Ability to clearly communicate priorities, expectations, risks, and results across teams, shifts, and leadership levels
Top Candidates will also have

Prior leadership experienceStrong customer focus and ability to influence and lead hourly direct reportsProficiency with Microsoft office 365Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customersGood communication, interpersonal and teamwork skillsPrevious manufacturing or heat treat operations experienceExperience with Lean manufacturingProject management skillsAbility to analyze and interpret various types of data to make informed decisions
Additional Information

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on 10/24/2026.This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in East Peoria, IL (Building KK) working 2nd shift (2:30PM to 10:30PM).This position requires flexibility to work overtime, including daily and weekend hours, as needed to support production schedules, customer commitments, and business requirements.Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position. Sponsorship is NOT available. This position may require less than 10% travel
Final details

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Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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.  

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 

 

Posting Dates:

October 13, 2026 - October 24, 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.

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