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 u2013 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 u2013 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. Senior Manager Production At Caterpillar, weu2019reu202f committedu202f to our customers, who build a better, more sustainable world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should choose us. Weu2019re exploring new ideas and opportunities u2013 innovatingu202f to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrowu2019s growth. Through it all, we areu202fone team (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYIDne7Q5ek&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=39) u2013 creating and delivering world-class products, services and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about theu202fCaterpillar Experience (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvCYWtWARlk&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=25). Caterpillar Inc. is the worldu2019s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager Production to join our Large Power Systems team to support Caterpillar large engine production at our Kiel facility. What you will do : Overseetheday-to-dayoperationsofallshiftsofoneormoremanufacturingproductionareas. Directstaffing,development, andperformancemanagementprogramsforoperationsstaff. Manage,motivateanddevelopaproductionmanagementteam. Lead withhigh standardsand accountability. Overseeoperationsactivities,ensuringthatsafety,productionschedulesandperformancerequirementsaremetandresourcesareusedeffectively. Take full accountability for Quality withinproduction and execute feedbackloopto causal partiestodrive RootCauseCorrectiveActions.u202f Monitoroveralloperationsperformanceandimplementproductionsafety,cost, andqualitycontrolmechanisms. Leadproductionreporting andmonitor/ auditproductionmetrics Ensurecompliancewithallregulatoryguidelinesandcreatea safe andsoundmanufacturingenvironment. Partner effectively with functional peers in Supply Chain, EHS & HR to meet operational goals. Skills you must have : Manufacturing Operations : Knowledge of manufacturing operations; ability to perform day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility for products. Manufacturing Safety :Expertiseinmanufacturing safety; ability toidentifywork-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers,environmentand site. Analytical Thinking :Understandingoftechniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability todeterminethe root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems. Influencing : Knowledgeofeffectiveinfluencingtacticsandstrategies;abilitytoimpactdecisionswithinand outside ownorganization Problem Solving : Familiaritywithapproaches,tools,techniquesforrecognizing,anticipating, andresolvingorganizational, operationalorprocessproblems;abilitytoapplyknowledgeofproblemsolvingappropriatelytodiversesituations. Process Improvement : Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability tomaintainfocus on the continuous improvement of processes,productsand services. Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent experiencedesired. Very goodGerman (at least C1) andvery goodEnglish skills (at least B2). What u202f You u202fWillu202f Get : u202f Varied, responsible, and challenging tasksu202f Opportunity to shape the future for a newly created entityu202fu202f Excellent earning opportunities according to the Caterpillar compensation systemu202f 30 daysu202fof vacationu202f Company pension planu202f Bicycle leasing / job ticket / wellbeing allowanceu202f u202f Additional Information: u202f We are back! This role requires being in the office five days a week.u202f u202f Note u202f-u202fRelocationu202fassistanceu202fmay be provided to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.u202f A valid work permit or EU-25/EFTAu202fcitizenship isu202frequiredu202ffor this position.u202f u202f About Caterpillar u202f Caterpillar Inc. is the worldu2019s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gasu202fturbinesu202fand diesel-electric locomotives. For the past 100 years,u202fweu2019veu202fbeen helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and areu202fcommittedu202fand contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.u202f We value authenticity and encourage candidates tou202fsubmitu202foriginal, personally crafted responses throughout our hiring process. Use of AI-generated content may disadvantage your application.u202f Posting Dates: Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .