Senior Production Manager

Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Production Manager overseeing daily operations of manufacturing facility at Caterpillar in Decatur, Illinois. Driving operational excellence, safety, and quality across all shifts.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeDecatur • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,710 - $169,060 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a high-performing operations management team.
Oversee staffing, development, and performance management programs.
Ensure safety, schedule adherence, and production targets are met.
Drive continuous improvement in safety, cost, and quality.
Implement lean manufacturing and BIQ principles.
Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and safety standards.
Manage fabrication, machining, and assembly operations.
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, IT, and customer service teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading operations in large-scale manufacturing environments.
Proven track record in lean transformation and safety leadership.
Familiarity with BIQ and global manufacturing standards.
Strong leadership in cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Operations ManagementLean ManufacturingBIQ PrinciplesPerformance ManagementProduction Target AchievementSafety ComplianceFabrication OperationsMachining OperationsAssembly OperationsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentCollaboration