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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.\nCaterpillar Paving Products is seeking a strategic, results-driven Director, Manufacturing Operations to lead manufacturing operations at our Brooklyn Park, Minnesota facility. This senior operations leader role provides full end-to-end site accountability for safety, quality, velocity, cost, people development, maintenance, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, warehousing, logistics, and operational performance.\nLocated in the northwest Twin Cities metro area, the Brooklyn Park facility is a 400k square-foot manufacturing operation that produces industry-leading Asphalt Paving and Compaction Products. Working closely with the product group and engineering the Operations Director will drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction while ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production.\nThis role is responsible for a single manufacturing site and provides leadership for a complex, vertically integrated operation that includes logistics/warehousing, fabrication, paint, assembly, testing, inspection, and distribution activities.\nWhat You Will Do:\nLead all aspects of plant operations including manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, warehousing, and distribution.\nEstablish and sustain a world-class safety culture while ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.\nDrive operational performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and productivity metrics.\nLead Modern Manufacturing, Lean, and continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, efficiency, quality, asset utilization, and business performance.\nLead production planning and execution to meet customer demand and delivery commitments.\nDevelop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, operating systems, equipment utilization, and plant infrastructure.\nPartner with engineering, quality, supply chain, and business leaders to support new product introductions and long-term growth objectives.\nBuild and develop high-performing teams through talent acquisition, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.\nUtilize operational data and root-cause analysis to drive sustainable corrective actions and continuous improvement.\nDrive accountability through disciplined execution, effective communication, and strategic initiatives that strengthen manufacturing competitiveness and scalability.\nWhat You Have:\nLeadership & Operations Management\nProven leadership experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations, plant operations, or production facilities.\nExperience leading cross-functional teams across production, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, logistics, and warehousing.\nDemonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple functions.\nManufacturing Operations & Continuous Improvement\nStrong understanding of manufacturing systems, production management, operational excellence, and Lean Manufacturing principles.\nExperience improving productivity, quality, safety, cost performance, and operational efficiency.\nAbility to develop and implement manufacturing strategies that support business and customer requirements.\nSafety & Quality Leadership\nDemonstrated success creating and sustaining a strong safety culture.\nDeep knowledge of quality management systems, quality metrics, and continuous improvement methodologies.\nExperience driving compliance with regulatory requirements and manufacturing standards.\nStrategic & Business Acumen\nAbility to translate business goals into executable operational plans.\nExperience evaluating costs, benefits, risks, and operational trade-offs to support decision-making.\nStrong understanding of plant financial performance indicators, including productivity, cost reduction, asset utilization, and labor efficiency.\nPerformance Management & Talent Development\nExperience leading hiring, performance management, employee development, succession planning, and workforce engagement initiatives.\nProven ability to build organizational capability and develop future leaders.\nAnalytical Thinking\nStrong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.\nAbility to use data, metrics, and operational insights to drive business decisions and sustainable improvements.\nPlanning & Organizing\nExpertise managing multiple priorities, resources, projects, and operational initiatives simultaneously.\nAbility to document and execute plans with clear objectives, accountability, timelines, and measurable outcomes.\nEducation\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nPreferred Skills and Experience\nPrevious experience leading a heavy manufacturing, industrial equipment, construction equipment, automotive, mining, agricultural equipment, or engineered products operation.\nExperience in fabrication, welding, paint, assembly, testing, and material flow processes.\nLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement certifications.\nExperience with advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and digital manufacturing systems.\nKnowledge of capacity planning, inventory management, and supply chain operations.\nExperience managing union and/or non-union manufacturing environments.\nMaster's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.\nAdditional Information\nRole is onsite in Brooklyn Park, MN with a 5-day in-office work week.\nUp to 10% travel required.\nVisa sponsorship is not available.\nDomestic relocation assistance is available.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$189,080.00 - $283,630.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.\nBenefits:\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits*\n\nPaid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*\n\n401(k) savings plans*\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)*\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*\n\nHealth Lifestyle Programs*\n\nEmployee Assistance Program*\n\nVoluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*\n\nCareer Development*\n\nIncentive bonus*\n\nDisability benefits\n\nLife Insurance\n\nParental leave\n\nAdoption benefits\n\nTuition Reimbursement\n\n* These benefits also apply to part-time employees\nThis position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:\nSeptember 18, 2026 - September 24, 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.\nCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 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