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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.

As a Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Project Team Leader (internally known as 6 Sigma Black Belt), Motor Grader (MG) CPI black belts utilize the corporate CPI process and tools for leading teams to resolve product and process issues and implement improvements in production and/or on existing products with dealers and customers. This individual works closely with MG platform and major (engine, cabs, transmission etc.) system engineering teams, machine development teams, suppliers, and production facilities to identify and implement these improvements. Projects primarily support MG and Earthmoving Product design controls directly associated with MG. Projects typically address design, supplier quality, manufacturing, and/or assembly quality issues.

What You Will Do:

• Complete 6 Sigma black belt and CPI project leader training as soon as practical once on the job.

• Lead and manage CPI process execution for assigned CPI Projects.

• Close-resolve 10-12 standard projects per calendar year when fully effective.

• Plan, coordinate, and ensure execution of all team activities.

• Maintain and communicate project status and 6 sigma phase (DMAIC) completion targets; ensure required elements of each 6 Sigma phase are completed and properly documented.

• Escalate obstacles to timely project execution to the project sponsor and CPI list manager.

• Meet MG, Earthmoving, and corporate CPI metrics.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications):

• Degree Requirement: bachelor’s degree in engineering.

• Influencing: Strong influencing skills, capable of driving change and garnering support from stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Thorough understanding of engineering and/or manufacturing processes, enabling effective influence for complex projects.

• Project Management: Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadline and deliver results. Ability to juggle various projects with competing priorities, maintaining focus, and driving progress across all initiatives.

• Problem Solving : Proven track record to excellent technical problem-solving abilities, enabling effective navigation of challenges, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Top Candidates Will Have :

• Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve the manufacturing processes and control the improvements by eliminating root causes.

• Lean product and process development experience (effective use of Obeya, Kanban, resource leveling, value stream mapping, continuous improvement mindset)

• Familiarity with Caterpillar corporate systems and information, including PSCRM/DSN, SIMS, RWA, SIS Web (all media types, notably PIP/PSP’s), PPRD, NPI, CPI, TIC/REDI, EDS, Weibull curve, etc.

• Component and/or machine system level design or validation experience.

• Experience with NPI and quality processes including APQP execution and tools.

Additional Info :

• Location of this position is in Peoria, IL.

• Domestic relocation assistance is available to those who qualify.

• This position may require less than 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.

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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:

June 17, 2024 - June 28, 2024

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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There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.

Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.