Job Information
Caterpillar, Inc. Proactive Maintenance Manager in Lafayette, Indiana
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.
Assist in creating the structure and LEAD the execution of the NEW LEC proactive maintenance strategy. You will utilize your deep understanding of manufacturing and maintenance functions and their key metrics, interactions with different systems, cross functional collaboration within the maintenance organization, and operations in totality to solve complex technical challenges. You will be responsible for leading the Preventative Maintenance (PM) and spare parts programs for every asset and establishing metrics that govern those. You will be responsible for optimizing machine uptime and the reduction of unplanned downtime due to asset failures.
Responsibilities
Directing staffing,developmentand performance management programs for all facilities management/maintenancestaff; managing,motivatingand developing teammembers.
Maintaining communications and relationships with customers, local community, service providers, and utilities.
Developing plans and strategies for infrastructure and processes needed to run a manufacturing facilityin accordance withregulatory procedures and environmental standards.
Planning the implementation and use of programs and databases for effectively managing properties, physicalassetsand equipment.
Ensuring the correct data is collected and metrics areestablishedto enable a maintenance environment focused on root cause analysis and continuous improvement,
Skill s you have:
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Planning and Organizing: Extensive knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
Plant Facilities Management: Extensive knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.
Process Management: Extensive knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
Relationship Management: Working knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
Service Excellence: Working knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
Supplier Management - MFG: Working knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
Education: Bachelors degree in an Engineering curriculum or equivalent experience in manufacturing or industrial maintenance operations
Top candidates will also have:
Demonstrated achievement in manufacturing engineering, facilities engineering, and/or maintenance roles with a strong understanding of core maintenance functions
Machining and Machine Shop maintenanceOR other industrial maintenanceexperiences
Experience as a direct/indirect leader
CMRP credential
What you will get:
A commitment to inclusion. Our common values and focus on inclusion and respect drive the decisions made by our company, teams, and people. Here, you can apply your unique life and job experiences, and work in a team environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are celebrated, and your whole-self matters.
You earn more than justa salarybecause we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.
Additionalbenefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date)
Additional Information:
Travel requirements may be less than10%.
This position willbe located inLafayette, IN
Domestic relocation is available.
Sponsorship is NOT available for this role
Final details:
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Summary Pay Range:
$147,760.00 - $221,640.00
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.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
April 15, 2026 - April 22, 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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