Section Manager - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•Pomona, MO

4d•$72,360 - $108,540•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a collaborative and results-driven Section Manager (3rd Shift) to lead a team at our West Plains, Missouri facility in a fast-paced, around-the-clock operation. In this role, you’ll provide both people leadership and operational guidance during critical overnight hours, ensuring your team delivers high-quality results aligned with business objectives. You’ll oversee shift operations, support team development, and drive execution across key initiatives during 3rd shift. You’ll partner closely with day shift leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure smooth handoffs, resolve challenges, and maintain continuity across operations. This role plays a key part in supporting production, improving processes, and driving consistent performance at the West Plains site. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a leadership role, enjoys building strong teams, and is motivated to make a meaningful impact in a shift-based manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Experience leading and developing teams within a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
Applies performance management practices to drive accountability, improve individual and team performance, and support employee growth.
Provides coaching, feedback, and guidance while fostering a positive, engaged, and results-driven team culture.
Demonstrates strong ability to plan and prioritize work, manage resources, and coordinate shift activities to meet production and operational goals.
Effectively adjusts priorities in response to changing conditions, ensuring alignment with business needs and maintaining continuity across shifts.
Uses a structured approach to organize tasks and drive execution.
Applies a practical and disciplined approach to identifying and resolving operational and process-related challenges.
Quickly assesses issues, determines root causes, and implements effective solutions to minimize disruption during shift operations.
Escalates concerns when needed and supports continuous improvement efforts.
Communicates clearly and effectively with team members, leadership, and cross-functional partners.
Supports smooth shift handoffs by sharing key updates, priorities, and performance information.
Listens actively, ensures understanding, and promotes open, transparent communication within a 3rd shift environment.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft office 365 and SAP experience
Previous experience leading production in a complex manufacturing environment
Leadership and/or participation in facility safety initiatives
Process improvement experience
Lean manufacturing experience
Ability to work cross functionally with multiple work groups

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee 3rd shift operations at the West Plains, Missouri facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production
Provide day-to-day people leadership, including coaching, performance management, and team development
Drive execution of production goals, ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and cost objectives
Partner with day shift leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth handoffs and operational continuity across shifts
Monitor performance metrics, identify gaps, and implement actions to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, reduce downtime, and optimize operations
Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and procedures, promoting a strong safety-first culture
Address and resolve operational issues in a timely manner, minimizing disruptions to production
Communicate updates, priorities, and performance results clearly to leadership and team members
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and engaged team environment to support overall site performance