1st Shift Assembly Production Manager
Sanford, FL - USA
Job Summary
Career Area:
ManufacturingJob 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.
What you can look forward to in this role:
Report section status and monitors and audits related metrics
Drives root cause corrective action projects and continuous improvement
Leads section status reporting and monitors / audits section metrics
Leads the creation implementation and training of standard work procedures
Manage outbound shipments for multiple customer types including processing systems and required documentation for overseas shipments
Monitor and improve shop floor safety aggressively eliminating unsafe processes
Assures fixtures tooling and processes are followed to meet production schedules
Increases production efficiency through continuous improvement and waste elimination
A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:
Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers environment and site.
Production Training: Knowledge of approaches tools and techniques for delivering formal and informal training on the safe and efficient operation of production machinery; ability to conduct effective formal and situation-specific training.
Talent Management: Knowledge of human resources and talent management processes; ability to lead motivate evaluate and reward employees at the workplace.
Top Candidates for this position may also have:
Supervisory or team lead experience
Thorough knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and tools machine shop operations equipment and processes
Strong teamwork interpersonal and communication skills
Exhibit critical thinking analytical skills and initiative
Demonstrated knowledge of order to delivery engineering and/or manufacturing principles
Additional Information:
The primary location for this position is Sanford NC.
Domestic relocation assistance is not available
Sponsorship is not available
Summary Pay Range:
$89210.00 - $133810.00Compensation 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
Posting Dates:
April 14 2026 - April 27 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
About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.