Top 12 Production managers Jobs in Decatur, Il

Senior Production Manager
Caterpillar —Decatur, IL
- $112,710 - $169,060 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Assembly
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Ice Cream Production Supervisor
Tillamook —Decatur, IL
- $70,325 - $80,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
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Logistics Shift Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Decatur, IL
ADM —Decatur, IL
- $58,100 - $108,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Foundry Plant Manager
VOESTALPINE RAILWAY SYSTEMS NORTRAK LLC —Decatur, IL
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Meyer Utility Structures, LLC —Clinton, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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3rd Shift TVP Shift Supervisor- Decatur, IL
ADM —Decatur, IL
- $58,100 - $108,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
3rd Shift Supervisor
ADM —Decatur, IL
- $58,100 - $108,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Foundry Plant Manager (Decatur, IL)
Voestalpine AG —Decatur, IL
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Computer literacy
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays

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Senior Production Manager

Caterpillar -
Decatur, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$112,710 - $169,060 a year
9 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Manufacturing management
Implementing manufacturing quality control protocols
Coaching
Operations coordination planning
Operations transformation
Performance feedback (performance evaluation method)
Team development
Implementation of OSHA safety standards
Contingency planning
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Production management
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Managing manufacturing teams
Safety management experience within manufacturing industry
Operational excellence initiatives
Emergency preparedness procedures
Quality improvement programs in engineering
Cross-functional team management
Operations planning
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

Senior Production Manager

Location: Decatur, IL
Travel: Up to 5%
Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Level: Manager
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Operations
Function: Manufacturing Operations / Safety / Quality / Performance Management

Job Summary

Join Caterpillar as a 1st shift Senior Production Manager and lead the day-to-day operations of a large manufacturing facility or multiple facilities in Decatur. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, safety, and quality across all shifts. You will manage staffing, develop high-performing teams, and implement lean manufacturing and Built-in Quality (BIQ) principles to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective production.

This position is ideal for a hands-on leader with deep expertise in fabrication, machining, and assembly, and a passion for continuous improvement and performance management.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-performing operations management team.
Oversee staffing, development, and performance management programs.
Ensure safety, schedule adherence, and production targets are met.
Drive continuous improvement in safety, cost, and quality.
Implement lean manufacturing and BIQ principles.
Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and safety standards.
Manage fabrication, machining, and assembly operations.
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, IT, and customer service teams.

Required Skills & Competencies

Manufacturing Operations: Oversees daily production activities, ensures cross-functional coordination, and enforces safety compliance across manufacturing workflows.

Manufacturing Safety: Leads OSHA-compliant safety inspections, develops emergency protocols, and fosters a proactive safety culture for employees and contractors.

Quality Management: Conducts quality reviews and implements assurance processes using Six Sigma, ISO 9000, or Baldrige standards to drive continuous improvement.

Planning & Organizing: Develops contingency plans, manages competing priorities, and monitors execution to ensure operational goals are met.

Performance Management: Provides coaching and feedback, supports employee development, and leverages recognition programs to enhance team performance.

Preferred Background

Experience leading operations in large-scale manufacturing environments.
Proven track record in lean transformation and safety leadership.
Familiarity with BIQ and global manufacturing standards.
Strong leadership in cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

June 22, 2026 - July 5, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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