Career Area:

Strategy

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.

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.

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Caterpillar is seeking a Lean Facilitator in North Little Rock, AR. In this role, you will utilize your problem-solving abilities and LEAN concepts to identify, recommend and guide projects across the factory, supporting improvements and initiatives.

What you can look forward to in this role:

• Collaborate closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams to support sustainable process improvement by diagnosing complex business problems and providing recommended treatment plans to deliver process improvements through the implementation of LEAN.
• Manage project tracing plans, ensuring they are up to date.
• Use 6 Sigma and project management methodologies to manage, and support projects related to LEAN process transformations.
• Lead, coach, teach and develop others to use the tools and methodologies of LEAN to drive sustained Continuous Improvement.
• Plan and execute Kaizen events.

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

• Project Administration: Knowledge of project administration best practices and ability to use organizational strategies, practices and tools for administering projects.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• 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.

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a business or technical curriculum that includes a LEAN curriculum.
• LEAN related work experience or internship.
• A 6 Sigma Green Belt (through training) and/or have attended training in Agile.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• The ability to influence without direct authority.
• An understanding of financials and analytics.
• Data management abilities.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is North Little Rock, AR.

Domestic relocation assistance is not available

Sponsorship is not available

How we support you (Employee benefits)

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career including the potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing positions. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a very generous yearly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacations and paid holidays (Prorated based on hire date). Safety is a top priority at Caterpillar, we provide all necessary personal protective equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, uniform shirts, and pants.

The power of everyone

At Caterpillar, we believe that each person is unique and valued. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the community where we live and work. To learn more about Caterpillar please visit: www.Caterpillar.com

Posting Dates:

October 18, 2024 - October 31, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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