Career Area:
Human ResourcesJob Description:
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.
The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) team has a Training Manager role open in Lafayette this role you will be the onsite manager of the training team supporting approximately 1800 employees with the primary responsibility for overseeing all development aspects within the facility while working closely with the Manager Human Resources Factory Manager and on-site senior leaders. As a member of the Human Resources team you will need to have a growth mindset promote continuous improvement and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team and we cant wait for you to join us!
What You Will Do:
Lead team of training and development professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business.
Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize training and development initiatives that align with the organizations strategic goals and objectives.
Partner closely with facility leadership on the strategic design and deployment of operations training.
Design implement and manage comprehensive talent programs aimed at developing and retain talent leveraging enterprise standards and tailoring them to fit unique operational needs.
Assisting management in evaluating the effectiveness of the organizations talent practices and recommending improvement opportunities.
Evaluating existing curriculum or learning solutions and recommending appropriate approaches for improving the quality cost and value of development programs.
Implementing programs with efficient use of resources including working with vendors and technology solutions to achieve learning goals aligned to business objectives.
What you will have
Training and Development: Knowledge of employee training and development methodologies; ability to ensure that a target population has the knowledge and skills required to meet both tactical and strategic objectives.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives projects groups or activities making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
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.
Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Education:
Bachelors degree with experience in Learning & Development Manufacturing Training and/or equivalent experience.
Candidates must have:
Experience creating and developing internal training programs (manufacturing a huge plus)
Project Management experience
Additional Info:
What You Will Get:
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Final details:
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Summary Pay Range:
$112710.00 - $169060.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related 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 part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at Dates:January 29 2026 - February 11 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.