CareerPlan

Manager Production- 2nd Shift

Lafayette, Indiana, USFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Oversee and coordinate activities of a complex production line for large diesel and natural gas engines, preparing schedules and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Role type

Production Manager (2nd Shift)

Builds

Large diesel and natural gas engines (Cat 3500, 3600, C175) for mining, marine, oil & gas, rail, and power generation applications.

Domain

Manufacturing / Heavy Equipment / Power Generation

Required skills

Production scheduling, Safety compliance, Quality assurance, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, Team leadership, Process improvement, Resource allocation, Cost reduction, Data analysis

Preferred skills

ISO certification knowledge, CQMS experience, 5S implementation

Technologies

Lean Manufacturing tools, 6 Sigma methodologies, CQMS systems

Responsibilities

Monitor and improve shop floor safety, Determine processing needs for fixtures and tooling, Coordinate work load and priorities with production management, Manage overtime and disciplinary actions, Suggest changes to increase efficiency and reduce costs, Ensure product quality and material distribution, Implement corporate initiatives like 5S and Lean Manufacturing, Train and develop staff.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on IC