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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.\nManager Production-2nd Shift\nThe Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufactures large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems. LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail, services and Cat® machine applications worldwide.\nLPSD teams work across regions and function to deliver safe, reliable and compliant solutions that help solve our customers’ toughest challenges.\nAbout LEC (Lafayette Engine Center)\nThe Lafayette Engine Center (LEC) manufactures the Cat 3500, Cat 3600 and C175 engines helping Caterpillar become the world’s leading manufacturer of off-highway diesel and natural gas engines.\nThe units built at LEC power mining trucks carrying ore to be processed, tugboats guiding ships to harbor, drill rigs tapping oil and gas reserves and generators bringing electricity to communities, hospitals and data centers.\nJob Summary:\nThe Large Engine Center in Lafayette, IN has a 2nd shift Manager Production role which oversees and coordinates the activities of a more complex production line, prepares schedules, resolves issues, and ensures adherence to safety and quality standards.\nWhat you will do:\nMonitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate any unsafe operations and ensure a safe and clean product environment.\nDetermines processing needs to assure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to meet schedules and production requirements.\nDaily tie-in with production management to designate work load, priorities and sequence for work assigned.\nDetermines overtime need, determines priorities when resources are insufficient, and decides when disciplinary action is necessary.\nSuggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency. Works to improve processes, timeliness and reduce costs by eliminating non-value added activities.\nEnsures the quality of product produced and conforms to Caterpillars Quality Policy while maintaining cost.\nEnsure necessary parts and materials are ordered and distributed in a timely and efficient manner\nImplement various corporate initiatives such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, CQMS/ISO certification, etc.\nResponsible for training and development of staff, time keeping, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, and ensuring consistent application of organizational needs.\nAdheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, affirmative action, etc. in performing assigned duties.\nEmployee is also responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.\n\nDegree Requirement:\nDegree or equivalent experience desired\nWhat you will have:\nProblem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.\nLevel Working Knowledge: \nIdentifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.\nExamines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder.\nDevelops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information.\nHelps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.\nUses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems. Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment. Level Basic Understanding: \nDescribes alternative data-gathering techniques and tools.\nDocuments basic data-gathering methodologies.\nIdentifies the purposes of data gathering and analysis.\nIdentifies key objectives in gathering and analyzing data. 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. Level Working Knowledge: \nIdentifies opportunities to enhance performance, e.g., practice assignments, training, shadowing.\nEnsures performance goals, checkpoints, and feedback focus on behaviors.\nProvides documented input to formal performance review conducted by manager.\nObserves individual performance and provides fair and objective feedback.\nUses formal and informal rewards and recognition programs for employees. 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. Level Basic Understanding: \nNames specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.\nDescribes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.\nGives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.\nHelps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications. 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 Working Knowledge: \nApplies an assigned technique for critical thinking in a decision-making process.\nIdentifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.\nParticipates in documenting data, ideas, players, stakeholders, and processes.\nRecognizes, clarifies, and prioritizes concerns.\nAssists in assessing risks, benefits and consideration of alternatives. 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. Level Working Knowledge: \nRaises awareness of potential bottlenecks and disruptions to the schedule.\nBreaks tasks into manageable steps that can be incorporated into a personal work plan.\nEscalates concerns over competing or conflicting priorities.\nMonitors progress continuously and adjusts tactics for handling situations on a case by case basis.\nCreates action plans that ensure the accomplishment of responsibilities. Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Level Working Knowledge: \nDelivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.\nListens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.\nMakes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.\nAvoids technical jargon when inappropriate.\nLooks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups. Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision. Level Basic Understanding: \nExplains the importance of accuracy in own function or unit.\nIdentifies tasks or outputs that require accuracy and detail-level attention.\nIdentifies the procedures for making sure that results are mistake-free.\nDescribes consequences of errors within own unit or function. Additional Information:\nThis position is Lafayette, IN.\nDomestic relocation assistance is available for this position.\nThis position may require up to 5% travel\nCandidates must attach an updated resume.\nThis Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$89,210.00 - $133,810.00Compensation 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:\nNovember 6, 2026 - November 19, 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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