Group Manager 3

**Career Area**:Manufacturing & Supply Chain**: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.**GROUP MANAGER 3 - CIENEGA DE FLORES**:**Description**To direct an assigned production area in the manufacture and/or assembly of quality parts to meet established production requirements. Owns and sets the overall direction for the value streams in a given facility, with overall responsibility for SPQVC performance of the value stream(s) including MQ12005 certification and CPS (Caterpillar Production System)**Job Duties**- The incumbent directs the manufacturing, assembly, testing, paint and shipping of prime products and components in accordance with shipping orders, quality controls and customers dates. Initiates actions to overcome impediments causing delays.- This position contributes to the total manufacturing effort by directing and controlling several operations from machining, assembly, test, and shipping. Ensures production schedules can be met in a Lean Manufacturing environment to satisfy assembly line and parts schedule requirements. The incumbent initiates action to prevent manufacturing and assembly line shut-downs by authorizing overtime and informing maintenance or machine repair personnel of priorities, alerting Planning or Tooling to manufacturing process changes, etc.- The incumbent strives to attain their primary responsibility of maintaining high performance teams and minimizing costs. Analyzes burden and efficiency data to isolate problems and improve performance and costs. Performs on-going evaluation of work loads and assists Section Managers in solving problems related to quality, work effort, grievances, cost drivers and general overall attitudes.- Position should have good working knowledge of labor rules and regulations.- Develops the budget for assigned area and offers constructive recommendations on the selection and promotion of personnel to fill openings. The incumbent is responsible for action to study specific problems to reduce costs or improve quality.- This position will be responsible for three-shift operations. Coordination of material, equipment, manpower and quality rests with this position as well as meeting schedule requirements. Work direction, problem solving and coordination with support departments is a major responsibility. Determining budget requirements, cost savings projects, forecasting production needs and ensuring quality standards are maintained rests with this position. Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, affirmative action, etc. in performing assigned duties.**Requirements**:- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineer- Four to ten years in a variety of Staff and Supervisory positions in order to delivery positions.- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Quality Systems- The incumbent must be a strong communicator and have strong leadership and managerial skills to direct and motivate people to ensure divisional goals are met.- Fluent English communication- Black Belt Training**The Caterpillar Code of Conduct states that we will select and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. In this company we do not request pregnancy tests, nor HIV tests as requirements for employment entry, permanence or promotion.****Final details**LICaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).Not ready to apply? Submit your information to our Talent Network here.