**Career Area:** Manufacturing **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. Caterpillar is seeking a 3rd Shift Senior Fabrications Production Manager in Sanford, NC. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager of Manufacturing Operations and will be primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, supporting staff, and future planning of 3rd Shift. As a member of the Manufacturing Operations team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. **What you can look forward to in this role:** + Managing staffing, development, and performance management programs for operations staff; managing, motivating, and developing management team. + Overseeing operations activities, ensuring that safety, and schedules and performance requirements are met and system resources are used effectively. + Driving improvements for overall operations performance and implementing production safety, cost, and quality control mechanisms. + Manage the Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics and Supporting functions for the manufacturing Department. + Ensures the compliance of all regulatory guidelines, safety policies / process and operational excellence. **A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:** + **Manufacturing Operations** : Knowledge of manufacturing operations in including fabrication, paint and assembly; ability to perform day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility for products. + **Manufacturing Safety** : Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, the environment and site. + **Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies** : Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance. + **Planning and Organizing** : Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way. **Top Candidates for this position may also have:** + Bachelor’s degree or 7 years in progressive manufacturing management role. + Proven cross functional leadership. + Extensive Project Management experience. + An extensive knowledge of assembly processes and tools, manufacturing operations, and related areas. + Strong business acumen and proven excellent decision making. + Demonstrated ability to develop a cooperative work relationship with others inside and outside the department. + Thorough knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes. **Additional Information:** The primary location for this position is Sanford, NC. Sponsorship is not available **Summary Pay Range:** $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. **Posting Dates:** August 15, 2025 - August 30, 2025 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .