Lean Booster

Career Area:

Operations

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.

Job Description

The Lean Booster is responsible for driving Lean manufacturing principles across operations, serving as a change agent to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to accelerate continuous improvement, develop Lean capabilities, and embed a strong Lean culture throughout the organization.

In addition, the Lean Booster

Key Responsibilities

• Train employees on Lean tools and methodologies, including 5S, Standard Work, SMED, TPM, Visual Management, and Problem Solving, etc.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and structured problem-solving activities
• Support functional teams in identifying and executing continuous improvement opportunities
• Drive improvements in PQVC metrics
• Track, report, and sustain Lean project results and performance improvements
• Promote digital tools, data analytics, and automation technologies to enhance Lean processes, improve visibility, and enable data-driven decision making across the shop floor and value streams

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Lean related methodologies
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical, communication, digital, automation and facilitation skills

 

Posting Dates:

四月 21, 2026 - 四月 29, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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