Manufacturing and Quality Manager
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Peterborough, United Kingdom
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 4 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R0000291187
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. Together, we are building a better world.
Job Title: Manufacturing and Quality Manager
Salary: £55,516 - £60,000 (Depending on Experience)
Location: Peterborough
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave
* Up to 12% Bonus
* Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%
* Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
* Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.
About IPSD:
Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests, and manufactures 0.5 to 18L Cat and Perkins engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives.
The Opportunity:
A position is available within our Machining Facility Leadership team at the Peterborough Engine facility, for a Manufacturing and Quality manager to develop and enhance our machining capabilities, processes, and equipment.
Reporting directly into the Machining Facility Manager, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly flexible, motivated, skilled, and enthusiastic team. As the Manufacturing and Quality Manager, your key focus is to drive continuous process and quality improvement through the day-to-day accountability for your assigned value stream processes.
What You Will Do:
* Providing support and guidance through the analysis and diagnosis of facility manufacturing and quality issues.
* Lead cross-functional teams to ensure all customer needs are met daily.
* Establish and monitor general policies and guidelines for projects under your control.
* Impact key quality goals including Continuous Improvement, Delivery Timeliness, Equipment Accuracy, Operational Efficiency, Cost Savings, Process Capability, Part Quality, ISO and Class A Certification.
* Manage new product programs including coordination of product design, component processing, customer support, scheduling, and financial issues.
* Develop and execute annual Business / Cost Centre Plans.
* Be an advocate of improvement dialogues (PID’s) with Section Managers, Team Leads, and Team Members.
Skills You Have:
Degree Requirement: Degree or equivalent experience desired.
Top Candidates may demonstrate some of the following skills:
* Educated to degree level in an Engineering or Business Management related discipline.
* Supervisory/leadership experience – demonstrating the ability to lead, motivate, and inspire.
* Demonstrated knowledge/understanding of component manufacturing processes.
Additional Info:
This role currently operates a hybrid working model; to allow for 2 remote working days per working week - this is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
What You Will Get:
We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse, and friendly team.
About Caterpillar:
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives.
NB: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Posting Dates: February 20, 2025 - March 2, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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