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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.

Role Definition:

This position is mainly responsible for the production of hydraulic valves and pumps and will lead a team with around 150 team members. He/she will be accountable for:

•            Overseeing programs and practices for hiring, performance and development/training the personnel that perform and support the plant operating functions.

•            Managing development, implementation and continual improvement of the operating methods, equipment, systems and other operating infrastructure used to realize operating goals and objectives.

•            Directing manage the daily production to meet internal goals and customer expectations; monitoring process and personnel performance of scheduled work activities to remove operating impediments and achieve established operating goals.

Key Requirements:

•            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, environment and site.

•            Quality Management - Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, techniques and ability to lead the team to ensure industry-leading quality performance, identify and lead quality improvement projects, reduce quality defects and optimize costs.

•            Collaboration - Work closely with stakeholders to create and deliver world-class components and solutions superior to the competitors. 

•            Team Management - Knowledge of successful performance management techniques and practices to build a high-performance and highly cohesive team.

Background/Experience:

•            Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience majoring in engineering, and in addition, ten years plus of progressively responsible job-related experience.

•            A certain understanding & basic troubleshooting knowledge of machining equipment and automated equipment is preferred.

•            English communication capability is a must.

•            Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills are required in order to deal with sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the department to take specific actions.

•            Be familiar with lean and smart manufacturing is a plus.

Additional Information:

The position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office. 

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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