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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.

Job Title: Operational Quality Manager
Salary: £84,800 - £95,000 depending on experience
Contract: Full time & permanent – if the ideal candidate is not local, relocation assistance will be considered within the UK
Location: Desford, Leicestershire

The Opportunity:

As Operational Quality Manager to lead the implementation of LEAN practices and drive continuous improvement across our operations. In this role, you will champion process discipline and quality excellence, directly impacting facility efficiency and product integrity. You bring a deep understanding of quality and LEAN principles, along with a proven ability to coach and inspire teams to achieve operational excellence.

What You Will Do:

As the Operational Quality Manager, you are accountable for, but not limited to:

Provide leadership to the quality team while supporting the wider operational goals of the business.

Apply your expertise in quality standards, LEAN principles, and process compliance to maintain high-quality outputs and meet regulatory requirements.

Develop and implement strategies to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency using Six Sigma and LEAN methodologies.

Work closely with global teams to align quality initiatives and share best practices across regions.

Support the growth and development of team members to build a high-performing, quality-focused culture.

NB: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

What You Can Demonstrate:

Quality Management – Expert: Leads the development and execution of quality strategies, integrating Lean, Six Sigma (MBB), and Industry 5.0 principles. Proven ability to drive continuous improvement through data-driven standards and advanced analytics.

Problem Solving – Expert: Resolves complex, cross-functional challenges using structured methodologies like 8D and Six Sigma. Coaches’ teams in root cause analysis and long-term solution design, ensuring sustainable outcomes.

Planning (Tactical & Strategic) – Extensive Experience: Designs and delivers strategic roadmaps for Quality and Lean transformation, aligned with business goals. Skilled in managing resources, dependencies, and future-focused initiatives.

Influencing – Extensive Experience: Builds alignment across diverse stakeholders through persuasive, data-backed communication. Influences decision-making at all levels, driving adoption of quality and operational improvements.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

What You Will Get
One Company, Limitless Opportunities

Caterpillar 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. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment; help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, 31% Bonus, Car Allowance - £650pm, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.

Travel: Up to 10% (global).

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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