Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
CPI Project Leader (Black Belt)
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, Muncie, Indiana, United States, 47303
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Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company . Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams in the CPI Process as the CPI Project Leader Identify and execute the data analytics required in the Find-It (problem identification) or Fix-It (root cause and corrective action) phases of the CPI process Support CPI with a customer-focused mindset and urgency; ensure projects meet major milestones and improvements resolve the issue Provide project updates during internal operating reviews and customer reviews Coach and train people in the use of the CPI process and tools Support CPI process and tool improvements Understand and champion all CPI performance metrics Coordinate CPI community communications Travel as required Location
Work Location Options: La Grange, IL; Ft Worth, TX; Muncie, IN City: Muncie State: Indiana Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Headquarters in Albertville, AL; more than 7,000 employees across ~150 locations worldwide. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com. Key Job Elements
Lead cross-functional teams in the CPI Process as the CPI Project Leader Execute data analytics in Find-It or Fix-It phases Maintain a customer-focused mindset and urgency to meet milestones and achieve effective improvements Provide project updates in internal and customer reviews Coach and train users of the CPI process and tools Support CPI process and tool improvements Understand and monitor CPI performance metrics Coordinate CPI community communications Travel as required Education / Training
Engineering or Technical degree with a focus on design, product support, quality improvements, or supply chain Qualifications And Experience
Required:
Engineering or Technical degree with a focus on design, product support, quality improvements, or supply chain At least 10 years of experience in Product Support, Product/Process Design & Development, or Product/Process Validation, Quality, Operations, or Supply Chain responsibilities Deep CPI tool and process knowledge Minimum of 5 years working problems/issues across the product lifecycle: VOC, design/development, manufacture, inspection/test, validation, field support planning and publications Strong analytical skills; ability to process large data sets and apply statistical methodologies Experience in a large global organization across multiple disciplines and product lines Experience with problem-solving methodologies including Six Sigma, Shainin, Ishikawa diagrams, 5 Whys, 8-D, etc. Ability to influence across the business and work in a diverse, matrix environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Exceptional project management skills Ability to manage risk and ambiguity on a project; results-oriented change agent Ability to travel as required Preferred:
Recognized expert in CAT CPI methodologies/process Experience with reliability engineering concepts and techniques Experience coordinating process and tool enhancement projects 6 Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt Project Lead Shainin Red X certification (preferred) Essential And Physical Activities Functions
Strength – lifting up to 50 lbs; ability to work in tight or confined spaces Motion – standing/walking most of the day; frequent climbing, squatting, kneeling Vision/Hearing – exposure to noise, vibration; PPE required; read diagrams and instructions Work Environment – indoor/outdoor; temperature extremes; exposure to oils and other substances Pay and Benefits
Summary Pay Range: $99,498.00 to $183,958.00 Competitive salary 401(k) with up to 6% company match Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Vacation, Holidays, PTO Employee Assistance Plan Education Assistance Program Employee Recognition Programs Relocation and sign-on bonus programs (site-specific) Job Category
Engineering PRS Facility Location
Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Railroad Equipment Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
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Join to apply for the
CPI Project Leader (Black Belt)
role at
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company . Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams in the CPI Process as the CPI Project Leader Identify and execute the data analytics required in the Find-It (problem identification) or Fix-It (root cause and corrective action) phases of the CPI process Support CPI with a customer-focused mindset and urgency; ensure projects meet major milestones and improvements resolve the issue Provide project updates during internal operating reviews and customer reviews Coach and train people in the use of the CPI process and tools Support CPI process and tool improvements Understand and champion all CPI performance metrics Coordinate CPI community communications Travel as required Location
Work Location Options: La Grange, IL; Ft Worth, TX; Muncie, IN City: Muncie State: Indiana Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Headquarters in Albertville, AL; more than 7,000 employees across ~150 locations worldwide. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com. Key Job Elements
Lead cross-functional teams in the CPI Process as the CPI Project Leader Execute data analytics in Find-It or Fix-It phases Maintain a customer-focused mindset and urgency to meet milestones and achieve effective improvements Provide project updates in internal and customer reviews Coach and train users of the CPI process and tools Support CPI process and tool improvements Understand and monitor CPI performance metrics Coordinate CPI community communications Travel as required Education / Training
Engineering or Technical degree with a focus on design, product support, quality improvements, or supply chain Qualifications And Experience
Required:
Engineering or Technical degree with a focus on design, product support, quality improvements, or supply chain At least 10 years of experience in Product Support, Product/Process Design & Development, or Product/Process Validation, Quality, Operations, or Supply Chain responsibilities Deep CPI tool and process knowledge Minimum of 5 years working problems/issues across the product lifecycle: VOC, design/development, manufacture, inspection/test, validation, field support planning and publications Strong analytical skills; ability to process large data sets and apply statistical methodologies Experience in a large global organization across multiple disciplines and product lines Experience with problem-solving methodologies including Six Sigma, Shainin, Ishikawa diagrams, 5 Whys, 8-D, etc. Ability to influence across the business and work in a diverse, matrix environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Exceptional project management skills Ability to manage risk and ambiguity on a project; results-oriented change agent Ability to travel as required Preferred:
Recognized expert in CAT CPI methodologies/process Experience with reliability engineering concepts and techniques Experience coordinating process and tool enhancement projects 6 Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt Project Lead Shainin Red X certification (preferred) Essential And Physical Activities Functions
Strength – lifting up to 50 lbs; ability to work in tight or confined spaces Motion – standing/walking most of the day; frequent climbing, squatting, kneeling Vision/Hearing – exposure to noise, vibration; PPE required; read diagrams and instructions Work Environment – indoor/outdoor; temperature extremes; exposure to oils and other substances Pay and Benefits
Summary Pay Range: $99,498.00 to $183,958.00 Competitive salary 401(k) with up to 6% company match Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Vacation, Holidays, PTO Employee Assistance Plan Education Assistance Program Employee Recognition Programs Relocation and sign-on bonus programs (site-specific) Job Category
Engineering PRS Facility Location
Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Railroad Equipment Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
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