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Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt

Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt

CaterpillarDecatur, IL, US
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Six Sigma Continuous Product Improvement Leader

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.

Role Definition

This position will lead Six Sigma Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) & Factory Operations (Ops) improvement projects within Drivetrain (Torque Convertors, Transmissions, Axles, Final Drives, Electric Drive, & CVTs) across a broad range of Caterpillar machines & facilities. Work towards a large reduction in customer defects & bottom-line warranty expense while improving Operations' cost, quality, & throughput.

Responsibilities

  • Manage approximately 12-14 CPI / OPS projects (majority focus on operations) across various stages of implementation, lead regular cross functional team meetings or workshops to define the problem, create a project plan, implement immediate customer containment actions, identify & investigate issue root causes, facilitate solution(s) creation, validation, and implementation.
  • Work throughout the value streams collaborating on-site w / Operations, Operations Quality, Engineering, & Drivetrain Quality to lead Ops improvement projects.
  • Participate in regular Obeyas (Quality Reviews) and escalate appropriately when encountering roadblocks.

Degree Requirement

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or Business or an equivalent level of work experience.
  • Skills You Must Have

  • Active Learning : Understanding the necessity for continuous personal growth and learning; ability to gauge one's strengths, limitations and interests accurately, and use this knowledge for purposes of performance effectiveness self-development
  • Analytical Thinking : Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
  • Influencing : Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
  • Interpersonal Relationships : Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
  • Problem Solving : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Process Improvement : Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability to maintains focus on the continuous improvement of processes, products and services.
  • Project Management : Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
  • Six Sigma Methodology : Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve the manufacturing processes and control the improvements by eliminating root causes.
  • Top Candidates Will Also Have

  • Demonstrated excellent project management skills, team leadership skills, and excellent communication skills.
  • Should have knowledge of functions that provide inputs regularly, i.e., Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations.
  • Ability to learn and do quality analysis.
  • Customer focused and can drive change throughout the enterprise effectively.
  • Able to manage risk and ambiguity on a project.
  • Additional Information

  • This position will close on 10 / 2 / 2025.
  • This position will be primarily located in Decatur, IL or East Peoria, IL (Building KK) and requires the employee to work onsite 5 days a week.
  • Domestic relocation is Available.
  • VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available.
  • Travel requirements will be less than 10%.
  • Final Details

    Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk / spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

    Summary Pay Range : $126,000.00 - $189,000.00 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 : September 18, 2025 - October 2, 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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