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.
Caterpillar is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Brooklyn Park, MN. This pivotal role is responsible for orchestrating materials, equipment, workforce, and production schedules to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction. You’ll drive operational excellence through strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What you can look forward to in this role:
- Develop, communicate, and execute the Brooklyn Park Operations strategy aligned with enterprise goals ensuring high standards of engagement, efficiency, quality, and safety across all supervised areas.
- Champion large-scale Strategy & Lean initiatives to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Identify and close performance gaps in manufacturing processes through targeted improvement plans.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and removing barriers to success.
- Maximize utilization of personnel and machinery through effective supervision and resource planning.
- Reduce Earthmoving Manufacturing costs by sharing best practices and standardizing processes and tooling.
- Provide hands-on support for complex manufacturing challenges, applying technical expertise to resolve issues.
A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:
- Operational Mastery: Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to apply them across diverse scenarios.
- Collaborative Leadership: Proven ability to build strong relationships and work constructively across teams and departments.
- Transformational Thinking: A proactive mindset that embraces change and drives innovation to maintain competitive advantage.
- Strategic Influence: Ability to lead through expertise, challenge decisions constructively, and inspire others toward shared goals.
- Organizational Impact: Strong leadership skills to align teams with strategic objectives and deliver measurable results.
Top Candidates for this position may also have:
- Extensive experience in manufacturing operations, including Fabrication, Paint, and Assembly.
- Demonstrated cross-functional leadership and ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
- Strong business acumen with a track record of sound decision-making.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative team environment both within and beyond the department.
Additional Information:
The primary location for this position is Brooklyn Park, MN.
Domestic relocation assistance is available
Sponsorship is not available
Summary Pay Range:
$156,000.00 - $234,000.00
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
Posting Dates:
October 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
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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