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.

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Job summary:

The Caterpillar Mapleton Foundry, based in Mapleton, IL, has an excellent opportunity within our senior facility leadership team as the Mapleton Factory Manager.  The position provides overall leadership and direction to the functional areas required for the rough casting of components used in Large Power System Division (LPSD) and Industrial Power System Division (IPSD) reciprocating engines along with the machining of the casted core structures.  This position provides overall direction & leadership for the factory operations at the Mapleton Facility.

Learn about the Foundry:

Pouring On the Quality | Making a Caterpillar Engine Block at the Mapleton, IL Foundry

What you will do:

Responsible for managing factory operations which include, but is not limited to, Foundry processes, machining processes, stress relief processes, building maintenance, equipment maintenance, scheduling, & manpower management,Drive the organization to world-class safety culture and performanceDrive the organization to world-class quality culture and performanceBalance operations manpower resources within the facility as a function of production schedules, ensuring compliance to the business plan along with balancing of manpower inefficiencies with inventory impact to meet production schedule requirementsMake decisions requiring a good understanding of shop processes and plant capabilityPositively impact key quality goals internally and externallyCreate and drive a Lean culture, learning and continuously improvingDevelop and execute a People strategy that positively impacts workplace culture to further improve the employee experience, reduce turnover, close talent gaps and improve the employment brand within the community

Skills you must have:

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, environment and site.

Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

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.

Performance Management: Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.

Manufacturing Operations: Knowledge of manufacturing operations; ability to perform day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility for products.

Budgeting: Knowledge of organization's budget process; ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget. 

Education: Bachelors Degree in a related field and/or 8-10 years of leadership experience in a related organization

Top candidates will also have:

Demonstrated success in leading and managing Manufacturing or Supply Chain functions with preference given to those that have been a leader of leadersDemonstrated knowledge of Order-to-delivery function; including the management of internal/external suppliers and customers.Demonstrated ability to champion safety for a diverse workforcePrevious Foundry experience Advanced degree (Master’s or MBA)Good working knowledge of labor rules and regulationsAbility to solve complex issues or problems through careful analysis and diagnosisExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal

What you will get:

A commitment to diversity and inclusion. Our common values and focus on inclusion and respect drive the decisions made by our company, teams, and people. Here, you can apply your unique life and job experiences, and work in a team environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are celebrated, and your whole-self matters. 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)

Additional Information:

Travel requirements may be less than 10%.This position is located in Mapleton, ILDomestic relocation is available.

Final details:

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.

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. 

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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:

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

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:

April 11, 2025 - April 24, 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.

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