Career Area:

　　Manufacturing

　　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.

　　It’s More Than a Job, it’s a Career - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf0PVJdUOWo)

　　Caterpillar is seeking a Technical Planning Manager in Sanford, NC. In this role, you will serve as subject matter expert for all tooling, fixtures and tackle types; Serves as technical resource for maintenance and repair of tools while ensuring safety and performance standards.

　　What you can look forward to doing in this role:

　　Supporting the team in implementing robust solutions to improve overall efficiency, yield, and uptime of the equipment.

　　Complying with safety, health, and environmental guidelines and participating in continuous improvement of the procedures related to mold design and tooling procurement.

　　Developing process and supervising inspection of tooling and mold repair to identify problems and potential solutions, and performing appropriate troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance procedures.

　　Driving continuous improvement for work orders, spare parts, and tooling parts consumption, and scheduled procedures using Computerized Management Tooling System.

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

　　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.

　　Design Thinking : Knowledge of concepts, principles, and processes of design thinking; ability to utilize the knowledge in designing new products and services and even improving organizational operation.

　　Troubleshooting Technical Problems : Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.

　　Top Candidates for this position may also have:

　　Thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts - Good written and oral communication skills

　　Supervisory experience - Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong teamwork background

　　Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders

　　AutoCAD and 3D modeling experience

　　Working knowledge of Standard Assembly tools and their applications

　　Lean Manufacturing Experience

　　Strong Blueprint Reading Skills

　　Ability to work a flexible schedule

　　Additional Information:

　　The primary location for this position is Sanford, NC.

　　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

　　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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.

　　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.

　　Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .

　　There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.

　　Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.