Continuous Product Improvement Engineer
Continuous Product Improvement Engineer
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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.
At Caterpillar we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented bright and driven individuals we wouldnt be the Caterpillar we are today. Now this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic organized selfstarter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Engineer in Peoria IL.
TheProduct Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD as within all of Caterpillar our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat Parts Integrated Logistics segment Procurementand thedesign andmanufactureof Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals Tubes & Hardware Hose & Couplings Fluids and Filters).
Job Summary:
As a Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Engineer you will utilize the corporate CPI process and tools for leading teams to resolve product and process issues and implement improvements in production and/or on existing products with dealers and customers. You will work closely with the four Undercarriage design teams the Machine Business Divisions (supporting machines such as Small Medium and Large Track Type Tractors) the Undercarriage manufacturing teams machine development teams suppliers and production facilities to identify and implement improvements. You will lead projects supporting Undercarriage Product design controls addressing design supplier quality manufacturing and/or assembly quality issues. You will also analyze and report the warranty goodwill and Assurance spending for the Undercarriage components and assemblies and will lead monthly product health meetings.
Additional Info:
- Location: Peoria IL
- Travel: 10%
- Relocation Offered: None
- Sponsorship Offered: None
What You Will Do:
- Complete 6 Sigma black belt and CPI project leader training as soon as practical once on the job
- Lead and manage CPI process execution for assigned CPI Projects
- Closeresolve 1012 standard projects per calendar year when fully effective
- Plan coordinate and ensure execution of all team activities
- Maintain and communicate project status and 6 sigma phase (DMAIC Design Measure Analyze Improve and Control) completion targets; ensure required elements of each 6 Sigma phase are completed and properly documented
- Escalate obstacles to timely project execution to the project sponsor and CPI list manager
- Meet Undercarriage business and corporate CPI metrics
What You Have (Required Skills):
- Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
- Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizing anticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
- Process Improvement: Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability to maintains focus on the continuous improvement of processes products and services.
- Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan organize monitor and control projects ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
- Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):
- Bachelors degree in engineering or related field
- Six Sigma Methodology: Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve the manufacturing processes and control the improvements by eliminating root causes.
- Knowledge of new product introduction (NPI)
What You Will Get:
Through it all we areone team creating and delivering worldclass components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about theCaterpillar Experience.
Summary Pay Range:
$110520.00 $165840.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjobrelated knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to parttime employees
Posting Dates:
May 14 2025 May 28 2025Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
