Job Description

Career Area: Manufacturing & Supply Chain

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JOB PURPOSE: To supervise a staff responsible for providing the most efficient, economical and timely Maintenance services required to support the manufacturing operation.

JOB DUTIES:
This is a supervisory position responsible for providing the most appropriate Plant Maintenance services to support manufacturing. Included in these duties are Preventive and Predictive maintenance services, electrical/electronic, systems integration and other services needed to support the operation.

Directs a staff capable of providing needed services and utilizes appropriate expertise to assign work. Considers manpower requirements for each project and utilizes proper engineering resources to provide service. Provides guidance and support to staff personnel assigned specific portions of project and coordinates project to ensure completion as scheduled.

Resolves problems in Maintenance services the most economical and efficient systems deciding what or which Spares and services should be purchased.

Acts as a trouble-shooter and investigates and determines causes for failure, lack of efficiency and need for repairing or improving equipment.

Analyzes problems, discusses with other technical personnel and determines most cost-effective method to resolve problem. Assigns work according to expertise and follows projects to ensure satisfactory completion.

Ensures proper selection, direction, development and motivation of all personnel to maintain an effective and efficient work force capable of meeting objectives.

Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, hazardous materials, ergonomics, affirmative action, etc. in performing assigned duties.

The position supervises or manages a work unit of primarily management and salaried employees where planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reviewing work of subordinates is required. The position is responsible for expense budgets, capital forecasts and expenditures, and all personnel issues in the area including performance evaluations of subordinates. The position often confronts complex issues and problems that require careful analysis and diagnosis. Problems are often unique, and solutions can require original approaches. The incumbent may modify existing approaches or develop new solutions. The incumbent establishes and then monitors general policies and guidelines for projects under his/her control, to ensure specific management goals are met and desired results are achieved. The position impacts key quality goals including Continuous Improvement, Delivery Timeliness, Equipment Accuracy, Operational Efficiency, Cost Savings, Process Capability, Part Quality, ISO and Class A Certification, etc.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

Requires Bachelor of Engineering (full time) degree with experience of at least 15 years gained through practical experience on a variety of staff and supervisory assignments. An overall knowledge of Maintenance services manufacturing operations, processes, machines, equipment and systems is essential. Requires the ability to plan and organize as well as communicate with other technical personnel. Relocation is available for this position.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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