Group Manager - Machine Shop

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. ABOUT LPSD The 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.  LPSD teams work across regions and functions to deliver safe, reliable and compliant solutions that help solve our customers’ toughest challenges JOB SUMMARY The Senior Production Manager is accountable for and leads the day-to-day manufacturing operations for C175 Blocks across all shifts in Lafayette Engine Center’s machine shop.  Direct reports would include group managers across night shift operations, as well as additional front line leaders, including lead production managers.

Manages staffing, development, and performance management programs for machining operations; manages, coaches, and develops operations front line leader team. Oversees operations activities, ensuring that safety, schedules, and performance requirements are met, and system resources are used effectively. Drives improvements for overall operations PQVC performance and implements production safety, cost, and quality control mechanisms. Ensures compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment. DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience WHAT YOU WILL HAVE Performance Management (extensive knowledge): 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. Ensures performance goals, checkpoints, and feedback focus on behaviors. Provides documented input to formal performance review conducted by manager. Observes individual performance and provides fair and objective feedback as a Leader of Leaders. Uses formal and informal rewards and recognition programs for employees. Planning and Organizing (extensive experience): 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. Identifies the critical goals and tasks required to meet daily objectives. Develops contingency plans to improve processes and to avoid problems before they occur. Manages conflicting priorities effectively. Tracks the implementation of plans closely to ensure that desired outcomes are achieved, including meeting Build to Plan targets, achieving strategic buffer levels, improving customer delivery performance and driving past dues to zero. Manufacturing Operations (extensive experience): Knowledge of manufacturing operations; ability to perform day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility for products. Align staffing levels and execution plans to meet business plan commitments Monitors organizational adherence to policies and procedures. Facilitates communications across departments to ensure a smooth workflow in the plant or facility. Evaluates the risks and safety hazards present in manufacturing operations. Recommends key industry benchmarks of manufacturing operations and relates to own