Senior Supervisor Production

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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.

Job Summary:

The Senior Supervisor, Production is responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily operations across multiple shifts and manufacturing production lines. This role ensures optimal productivity, safety, and quality standards are consistently achieved, while fostering a positive and compliant work environment. The Senior Supervisor drives operational excellence through effective leadership, resource management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Staff Development: Manage staffing levels, recruitment, and onboarding processes for operations personnel. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing management team through coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
• Operational Oversight: Supervise all production activities to guarantee adherence to safety protocols, production schedules, and performance targets. Optimize resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor operational metrics and implement strategies to enhance safety, reduce costs, and improve quality. Champion the adoption of best practices and new technologies.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. Foster a culture of safety and accountability throughout the manufacturing environment.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related to the field
• English Advanced
• Expert in Painting Process

Skills:

Problem Solving:

• Pinpoints and records issues along with possible solutions.
• Analyses problems by understanding each stakeholder's viewpoint.
• Utilize investigative techniques and diagnostic tools to uncover problems.

Flexibility and Adaptability:

• Responds effectively to new assignments, processes, and team changes.
• It is open to different viewpoints.
• Shares examples of moving smoothly between different tasks.

Performance Management:

• Provides ongoing feedback, celebrates successes, and suggests areas for improvement.
• Take part in salary planning and administration.
• Establishes and agrees on performance goals and objectives with team members.

Analytical Thinking:

• Approaches situations by identifying and assessing the significance of problems or issues.
• Systematically compares several solutions.
• Uses visual tools like flow charts, Pareto charts, and fish diagrams to reveal important data trends.

Planning and Organizing:

• Highlights potential schedule bottlenecks and disruptions.
• Breaks projects into manageable actions for work plans.
• Raises concerns over conflicting or competing priorities.

Effective Communications:

• Reviews and provide feedback on others' written work or presentations.
• Tailors' documents and presentations for specific audiences.
• It shows empathy and assertiveness when expressing needs or defending positions.

Top Candidates also have:

• Knowledge in SAP
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency with data analysis software and Microsoft Excel.
• Lean Six Sigma certification

Additional Information:

• Location: Reynosa, Tamaulipas Facility.
• This position is five-day a week in-office model.
• Sponsorship for foreign candidates is not available.
• Domestic Relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Do not forget to include a resumé in English in your profile in Workday​.

Final details 

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