**Career Area:** Engineering **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. Are you excited by the prospect of overseeing operations at a world-class facility where Caterpillar develops cutting-edge products, technologies, and solutions? If so, we have an exceptional opportunity for you to join the Peoria Proving Ground (PPG) team within the Earthmoving Division (EMD) as the **Facility Operations Manager** (internally known as a Senior Manager Engineering). This pivotal role involves managing the shop, field, and instrumentation teams, comprised of over 80 management and hourly staff and over 30 statement of work employees, while also spearheading facility-specific strategies and critical initiatives. As the Operations Manager for our PPG facility, you will have the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our employees, our products, and the communities in which we operate. This position offers an excellent chance to deepen your operations and product development knowledge as well as enhance your leadership skills within a collaborative and supportive environment. Reporting directly to the Facility Manager, you will serve as the second-in-command at the facility, engaging with all levels of the business, and playing a crucial role in the safety and operations of our people and business. Our achievements—supporting our partners, delivering innovative products and services, and maintaining world-class quality—are made possible by employing the very best talent. We encourage you to apply and become a part of our dynamic team. **What You Will Do:** + **Oversee Core Operations Team:** + Lead the shop team, comprising over 40 expert mechanics, welders, fabricators, and machinists. + Lead the instrumentation team responsible for designing, installing, repairing, and managing instrumentation for product testing. + Lead the field team, which includes expert operators supporting machine development and testing, as well as the ecology teams maintaining field locations. + Lead the procurement and logistics team, which handles NPI, instrumentation, equipment, and facilities parts ordering and receiving for all PPG-related activities, in addition to the arrival and departure of machines from the site. + **Manage Site Workflow System:** Facilitate the daily operations Obeya with engineering teams to ensure efficient workflow and collaboration. + **Drive Operational Improvements:** Develop and implement strategies and initiatives to enhance the facility’s operations. Monitor and continuously improve process performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness for all operations activities and deliverables. + **Oversee Contractor Relationships:** Manage relationships with contractors involved in the facility's operations to ensure seamless collaboration and service delivery. + **Emergency Management Team Leader (EMTL) & Export Control Security Officer (ESCO):** Lead the Emergency Management team for the facility, including training team members and maintaining the emergency management plan. Maintain the Technology Control plan for the facility. Develop plans to control machine and equipment-related technology, as needed. Train team members on the control plan and how it impacts facility operations and engineering activities. + **Division Business Planning:** Engage with Business Resource in the budget planning process for annual and on-going business management. Lead the monthly review of indirect material, contractor, repair, and related expenses for the division. Lead the effort to forecast division-level foreseeable demand on an on-going basis. + **Operations Equipment Strategy:** Understand the state of the current equipment used by the Operations organization and develop a strategy for technology adoption to meet future needs. Lead the capital planning and execution efforts for operations equipment **.** **What You Have (Basic Qualifications):** + **Degree/Experience:** 4-year engineering degree **AND** deep expertise in engineering or operations experience. **Basic Skill Set for Operations Manager:** + **Safety Focus** : + Safety Driven: Prioritizes safety in all operations and decision-making. + Compliance: Ensures adherence to safety regulations and standards. + Culture: Promotes a culture of safety and encourages team members to speak up. + **Leadership and Management** : + Team Leadership: Leads and motivates cross-functional teams. + Conflict Resolution: Manages and resolves interpersonal conflicts effectively. + Performance Management: Reviews and provides feedback on employee performance regularly. + Growth Mindset: Embraces new ideas, drives change, encourages continuous learning, and challenges the status quo. + **Communication and Collaboration** : + Big Picture View: Actively supports successful outcomes for all facility participants, including engineering, operations, and facilities. + Effective Communication: Clearly and persuasively communicates complex ideas. + Stakeholder Engagement: Engages with internal and external stakeholders to achieve goals. + Global Collaboration: Collaborates effectively with diverse teams using a collaborative leadership style. + **Organizational Skills** : + Highly Organized: Manages multiple activities efficiently. + Ambiguity Management: Handles ambiguous situations and provides clarity. + Task Prioritization: Prioritizes tasks and manages time effectively. **Top Candidates Will Have** : + **Product Development Experience** : + NPI Knowledge: Understands New Product Introduction processes. + Lifecycle Experience: Experienced in the product development lifecycle. + Project Management: Manages product development projects effectively. + **Operational Efficiency** : + Process Improvement: Enhances operational processes through strategic initiatives. + Resource Allocation: Allocates resources efficiently to meet objectives. + Operational Experience: Applies lean principles, with a preference for customer or dealer operations experience. + **Technical Proficiency** : + Technical Solutions: Develops and advises on technical solutions. + Data Analysis: Analyzes data to inform decisions and improve processes. + Software Proficiency: Proficient in project management and data tracking software. + **Business Acumen** : + Business Metrics: Understands and applies business metrics and financial impacts. + Strategic Alignment: Aligns operations with business goals. + Financial Communication: Communicates the financial relevance of work to partners. + **Strategic Planning** : + Tactical Planning: Develops and refines short-term and tactical plans. + Strategic Alignment: Ensures alignment of tactical plans with strategic goals. + Resource Planning: Plans resource allocation in line with strategic objectives. **Additional Info** : + This is an onsite position located at Caterpillar Proving Grounds in Washington, IL. + Domestic relocation assistance is available to those who qualify. + This position may require <10% travel. + ISE assignments are **not** available. + Visa 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 day one benefits [medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k)] along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). **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 nearly 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. \#LI **Summary Pay Range:** $169,320.00 - $253,920.00 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:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . Relocation is available for this position. 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:** January 17, 2025 - February 6, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .