About this opportunity
Caterpillar Inc. lists this Manager Production - Building KK, 2nd Shift opportunity in east peoria, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
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.
Career Area
Manufacturing
Job Description
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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Role Definition
Caterpillar’s Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions (IDES) division is looking for an organized self-starter to join our team as a 2nd shift Production Manager for Bevel Gears at building KK, in East Peoria, IL. As a production manager, you will be leading a group of machine operators to drive improvement in a very dynamic and exciting work environment. You will have up to 25+ direct report team members.
What You Will Do
Monitor and improve shop floor safety, aggressively eliminating unsafe processes
Assures fixtures, tooling and processes are followed to meet production schedules
Determines priorities and sequences jobs
Schedules and prioritizes constrained resources, and adjusts staff to meet flow and customer requirements
Determines and executes disciplinary action when appropriate
Ensures production material is procured and distributed to meet production schedules
Increases production efficiency through continuous improvement and waste elimination utilizing LEAN principles
Ensures preventive maintenance is performed according to schedule
Implements, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, Internal Certification, and others
Evaluates, assess, identifies, and leads the deployment of workforce training
Actively deploys value stream improvements
Practices and teaches CPS Guiding Principles
Initiates and conducts process improvement dialogs with Team Leads and Team Members
Drives root cause corrective action projects and continuous improvement
Leads section status reporting and monitors / audits section metrics
Leads the creation, implementation, and training of standard work procedures
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience desired.
What Skills You Will Have
Problem Solving: Ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve operational or process issues using structured problem-solving methods
Performance Management: Ability to coach, develop, and hold individuals and teams accountable for performance expectations and improvement plans
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze situations, evaluate options, and make timely decisions based on facts, metrics, and informed judgment
Effective Communications: Ability to clearly communicate priorities, expectations, risks, and results across teams, shifts, and leadership levels
Top Candidates will also have
Prior leadership experience
Strong customer focus and ability to influence and lead hourly direct reports
Proficiency with Microsoft office 365
Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers
Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Previous manufacturing or heat treat operations experience
Experience with Lean manufacturing
Project management skills
Ability to analyze and interpret various types of data to make informed decisions
Additional Information
This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on 10/24/2026.
This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in East Peoria, IL (Building KK) working 2nd shift (2:30PM to 10:30PM).
This position requires flexibility to work overtime, including daily and weekend hours, as needed to support production schedules, customer commitments, and business requirements.
Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
Sponsorship is NOT available.
This position may require less than 10% travel
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Summary Pay Range
$89,210.00 - $133,810.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
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
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates
October 13, 2026 - October 24, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
east peoria, IL, 61611, US
Who can apply
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