Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt

Career Area:

Strategy

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.

Caterpillars Earth Moving Division is seeking multiple Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt in Brooklyn Park, MN. In this role, the selected candidates will Lead, manage, and support projects related to process and product improvements using Lean, Six Sigma and project management methodologies to achieve business goals.

Responsibilities

Leading cross-functional teams to execute projects that drive improvement in product quality using the Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) process rigor.

Analyzing data and applying problem solving methodologies to define solutions to issues that are moderately complex to complex in nature.

Leading and managing Six Sigma project portfolios to achieve measurable business process improvements. Portfolios may include a broad variety of projects targeted not only a quality improvements, but also at cost reduction, assurance of supply resolution, regulatory compliance, and other general projects related to support of current production machines.

Providing technical training and guidance for Green Belt professionals on the planning, development and implementation of Six Sigma projects.

Employing Six Sigma methodology into organizational operations to meet business goals and objectives.

Top Candidates Will Also

Have a Bachelors Degree, preferably in Engineering or Business, or an equivalent level of work experience related to the job responsibilities.

Have prior training in use of Six Sigma methodology and tools. Prior Black Belt and/or Green Belt training is preferred.

Have project management skills, team leadership skills, and good communication skills.

Have knowledge of other functions that provide inputs regularly, i.e., Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Accounting, Human Resources, and Operations.

Have the ability to learn, do statistical analysis, and have basic computer skills including a knowledge of Microsoft Office Package

Skill Descriptors

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.

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $165,840.00

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

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at

Posting Dates:

April 30, 2025 - May 4, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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