Off Shift Senior Operations Manager

Caterpillar Inc.•North Little Rock, AR

2d•$128,470 - $192,710•Onsite

About The Position

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 Off Shift Senior Operations Manager to lead large-scale manufacturing operations in North Little Rock, Arkansas. In this role, you will manage the day-to-day operations of a large manufacturing facility or multiple production areas, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution across all shifts. You will drive performance through operational leadership, talent development, and continuous improvement while aligning production outcomes with business objectives.

Requirements

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Planning and Organizing: 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.
Performance Management: Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.
Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Background in heavy manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, or industrial operations
Experience leading large teams, including leaders of leaders
Exposure to multi-site manufacturing environments
Familiarity with automation, digital manufacturing, or advanced production systems
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multi-shift manufacturing operations within a large-scale production environment
Develop, coach, and empower operations leaders and production teams to achieve high performance
Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) performance metrics across the facility
Ensure operational execution meets production schedules and performance targets while optimizing resources
Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and process optimization
Establish and enforce compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards
Drive operational excellence strategies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity
Partner cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, logistics, and quality teams
Champion a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning