Manufacturing Analyst-3

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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.

Role Definition

This position will be responsible for analyzing data and gathering information related to project performance to ensure teams have the appropriate visibility and tools to address issues and execute projects effectively. The main projects to review will be related to operations, manufacturing, engineering, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do:

• Support project, operations, and manufacturing teams with requirements, controls, and inspections related to project execution.
• Collect performance data, risks, delays, and deviations for the project portfolio.
• Attend meetings with Project Managers and functional leaders to review project progress and results.
• Provide on‑site follow‑up in production or operational areas for specific project‑related activities.
• Ensure proper documentation of the project lifecycle (charter, schedules, risks, changes, lessons learned).
• Prepare dashboards and reports with charts to demonstrate project performance for leadership review.

Academic Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field  or Students in their last semester with practical experience in project environments or industrial processes are also eligible.

Key Skills You Should Have

1. Problem Solving

• Ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and propose effective solutions.
• Capable of navigating complex project scenarios and breaking them down into manageable components.
• Uses structured problem‑solving approaches (e.g., Pareto, RCA, 5 Whys) to support decision‑making.

2. Decision Making & Critical Thinking

• Evaluates alternatives objectively and supports decisions with data and logic.
• Understands project implications related to cost, schedule, scope, and risk before making recommendations.
• Thinks strategically while maintaining awareness of operational realities.

3. Effective Communication

• Communicates clearly and professionally with cross‑functional teams, project managers, and leadership.
• Able to present data, dashboards, and complex information in a simple and actionable way.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to adapt communication style depending on the audience.

4. Accuracy & Attention to Detail

• Ensures precision in project reports, timelines, risk logs, and documentation.
• Detects inconsistencies in schedules, metrics, or data and takes corrective action.
• Maintains high‑quality standards in all deliverables, ensuring clarity and reliability.

Additional Information

• Job location: Santa Catarina, Nuevo León.
• Position may require one annual trip, depending on project needs.
• Relocation not available
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday.
• One Saturday per month required (07:00am. – 4:000 p.m.)
• English: Intermediate

Final details:

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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