**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. **Position Information:** + This is an on-site position in Pontiac, IL. + Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. + Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. **Role Definition:** Provides support and guidance on all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing. Assists in the design, development and implementation of Lean principles in a manufacturing environment. Documents and improves value stream efficiencies. **What You Will Do:** + Identifying and implementing new manufacturing machines and processes + Developing and implementing Lean strategies, layouts, and methodologies + Assisting with the documentation, training, and implementation of new processes and equipment + Participating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to equipment and processes. + Analyzing engineering change notices, determines any part or process change, initiates and implements all changes. + Providing engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities. **What You Will Have:** Degree in Industrial Engineering/Technology, Manufacturing Engineering/Technology, Mechanical Engineering/Technology Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Level Extensive Experience: + Differentiates assumptions, perspectives, and historical frameworks. + Evaluates past decisions for insights to improve decision-making process. + Assesses and validates decision options and points and predicts their potential impact. + Advises others in analyzing and synthesizing relevant data and assessing alternatives. + Uses effective decision-making approaches such as consultative, command, or consensus. + Ensures that assumptions and received wisdom are objectively analyzed in decisions. Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes. Level Working Knowledge: + Discusses considerations for work cell design and effectiveness monitoring. + Finds solution for key technical and people problems associated with transformation to lean. + Explains issues and considerations of implementing lean in own function or area. + Selects and utilizes tools, techniques and measurements associated with a lean assessment. + Explains benchmarks and measures of effectiveness of lean. Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them. Level Working Knowledge: + Performs routine maintenance: cleaning, replacing defective or worn parts. + Performs basic care and safety considerations for a specific type of manufacturing equipment. + Participates in setting up new machines and testing according to manufacturer's specifications. + Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques; resolves common problems. + Conducts routine inspections; checks machine performance and equipment safeguards; reports standards violations. Problem Management Process - MFG: Knowledge of manufacturing problem management processes, methodologies and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution. Level Working Knowledge: + Uses a specific discipline or approach to problem solving and resolution. + Records common problems and associated resolution alternatives. + Monitors problem resolution and provides feedback to customer. + Implements the established procedures for handling non-standard or unusual problems. + Works with features of problem reporting and tracking software. **What You Will Get:** + Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees. + You earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. + Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). + The Power of Everyone (https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers/why-caterpillar/diversity-inclusion.html) : At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued, and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work. **Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.** **Summary Pay Range:** $87,480.00 - $131,280.00 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:** 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) .