Ph3Overview /h3pCareer Area: Manufacturing /ppbJob Description: /b /ppbYour Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. /b /ppWhen 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. /ppAs the iSenior Manager Manufacturing Operations /i for Caterpillar Fluid Systems, supporting two locations for both hose manufacturing and hose assembly located in Frosinone and Atessa (Ch), and part of Caterpillar's Integrated Components Division you will oversee and direct daily plant operations including production and manufacturing, maintenance, engineering support, safety, regulatory compliance, distribution and warehousing. You will also oversee Administrative offices located in Cernusco Sul Naviglio (Milan). /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliOverseeing programs and practices for hiring, performance management and developing/training the personnel that perform and support the plant operating functions. /liliDirecting all aspects of manufacturing operations for the plant or facility in order to produce cost-effective, timely and high quality products in a safe, secure and sanitary working environment. /liliManaging development, implementation and continual improvement of the operating methods, equipment, systems and other operating infrastructure used to realize operating goals and objectives. /liliDirecting development of production work schedules to meet internal goals and customer expectations; monitoring process and personnel performance of scheduled work activities to remove operating impediments and achieve established operating goals. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliAt least 7 years manufacturing management experience /liliEngineering Master Degree (+4 years) /liliItalian Mother tongue, fluent English (both written and spoken) /li /ulh3Additional details /h3ulliLocation: Frosinone or Atessa (Ch) /lili20% travel is expected /li /ulh3What Skills you have /h3pbBudgeting: /b /ppKnowledge of organization's budget process; ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget. /ppbLevel Extensive Experience: /b /pulliUses organization's preferred budgeting software tools. /liliCompares planned budgets vs. actual expenditures, identifies, reports, and explains variances. /liliWorks with business managers to create appropriate budget amounts. /liliParticipates in developing budget adjustment procedures and practices. /liliDevelops and manages large and important budgets. /liliEvaluates past business decisions and associated budgetary considerations and impact. /li /ulpbQuality Management: /b /ppKnowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization. /ppbLevel Extensive Experience: /b /pulliInterprets results of quantitative and statistical tools and explains results to others. /liliCommunicates key benefits of a quality management process. /liliConducts and directs quality reviews. /liliDevelops expertise in quality assurance tools, techniques, and standards. /liliDevelops quality assurance processes based on Six Sigma, ISO 9000 or Baldrige principles. /liliDevelops programs for motivating employees to meet or exceed quality goals. /li /ulh3Analytical Thinking /h3pKnowledge 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. /ppbLevel Extensive Experience: /b /pulliSeeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances. /liliOrganizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation. /liliIdentifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research. /liliQuantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action. /liliApproaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts. /liliChooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation. /li /ulh3Planning and Organizing /h3pKnowledge 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. /ppbLevel Expert: /b /pulliOptimizes time, tools, and resources to achieve desired results. /liliManages links among multiple projects and anticipates the impact of the project's outcome on all concerned. /liliSynthesizes pertinent information to plan a course of action. /liliDocuments plans with clear objectives, action steps, accountabilities, resource requirements and timelines. /liliTracks successes in order to establish processes viewed as effective for the entire enterprise. /liliSpecifies the underlying assumptions related to designated work. /li /ulh3Performance Management /h3pKnowledge 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. /ppbLevel Expert: /b /pulliPlays a leading role in designing individual and team reward and recognition systems. /liliIdentifies key issues in integrating selection, development, recognition, and reward systems. /liliCoaches less experienced managers in the processes of performance management. /liliMonitors industry for new approaches or ideas re performance management. /liliTakes part in developing and implementing enterprise-wide performance management systems. /liliChampions a climate that supports and rewards excellent group and individual performance. /li /ulh3Manufacturing Operations /h3pKnowledge of manufacturing operations; ability to perform day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility for products. /ppbLevel Expert: /b /pulliBuilds a monitoring system to track manufacturing operation activities. /liliSets and oversees all operational routines for departments and staff. /liliOversees proper safety and security procedures to ensure accreditation approval. /liliDesigns strategies to minimize machinery problems and safety risks within the organization. /liliDevelops plans for movement of products through lines to processing, storage, and shipping units. /liliLeads discussions on the history and evolution of manufacturing plants and associated services and functions. /li /ulh3Manufacturing Safety /h3pKnowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site. /ppbLevel Extensive Experience: /b /pulliConsults on the use of new tools and techniques for safety protection. /liliPerforms safety inspections to assure compliance with OSHA requirements. /liliDesigns and implements emergency response processes and procedures. /liliPromotes workplace safety among supervisors and workers; communicates safety rules and regulations. /liliAssesses and reports unusual or new safety hazards or violations; initiates corrective action. /liliEnsures that all employees and contractors comply with relevant safety policies and regulations. /li /ulh3Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies /h3pKnowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance. /ppbLevel Extensive Experience: /b /pulliConsults on development and implementation of cross-functional standards. /liliParticipates in the development of organizational policies and practices. /liliDevelops and uses control and monitoring mechanisms for adherence. /liliCollaborates with other functions on establishing and documenting joint standards. /liliParticipates in defining architectural principles and standards for organization. /liliEnsures communication vehicles are effectively informing affected areas and employees. /li /ulpThis Job Description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. /ppAt the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. /ph3Posting Dates /h3pSeptember 9, 2025 - September 22, 2025 /ppCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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