Top 47 Lean Jobs in Sanford, Nc

1st Shift Assembly Production Manager
Caterpillar —Sanford, NC
- $89,210 - $133,810 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
12d
3rd Shift Assembly Production Manager
Caterpillar —Sanford, NC
- $89,210 - $133,810 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
8d
Fabrication Production Scheduler - Sanford, NC
Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
Quick Apply
Fishing Rod Building Technician
Cashion Fishing Rods —Sanford, NC
- From $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Assembly
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Quick Apply
Packaging Engineer Co-Op
Coty Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
4d
Process Engineer Co-Op
Coty Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
5d
Operations Manager
Dauch —Sanford, NC
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Recruiting
- Senior level
Assembler (2nd Shift)
Ingersoll Rand —Sanford, NC
- Schematics
- English
- Forklift
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Facilities & Sustainability Engineer Co-Op
Coty Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
4d
Logistics Process Engineer Co-Op
Coty Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
5d
Casting Production Supervisor
Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Engineering
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Production Planner
Boon Edam —Lillington, NC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
LEAN Continuous Improvement Engineer
FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc. —Pinehurst, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
20h
Senior Analyst 1, QC Testing (2-2-3 Shift)
FUJIFILM —Holly Springs, NC
- Call employer
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Quality Supervisor
Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. —Sanford, NC
- 5 years
- Engineering
- ERP systems
Quick Apply
4d
Senior Associate Manufacturing - Continuous Improvement Lead
Amgen —Holly Springs, NC
- $86,048.05 - $116,417.95 a year
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Senior Manager: Manufacturing – Material Handling
Amgen —Holly Springs, NC
- $136,227.80 - $184,308.20 a year
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
4d
Machine Operator IV - Compound - 2nd Shift (Mon - Fri 2pm - 10:30pm)
TE Connectivity —Fuquay-Varina, NC
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- English
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
12d
Manufacturing Engineer II - Sanford, NC
Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. —Sanford, NC
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Analysis skills
Quick Apply
5d
Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions —Sanford, NC
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
7d

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1st Shift Assembly Production Manager

Caterpillar -
Sanford, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$89,210 - $133,810 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
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

Quality control corrective actions
Project reporting
Manufacturing management
Performance improvement leadership
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Process audits
Team supervision
Freight documentation management
Machine operation
Defect analysis
Performance management strategy
Safety audits and improvements
Performance Reporting
Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Metrics Reporting
Mid-level
Order shipping
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Manufacturing facility experience
Team development
Analysis skills
Supervising experience
Shipping operations supervision
Decision making
Team training
Organizational skills
Collaboration with manufacturing teams
Management reporting
Managing manufacturing teams
Operational excellence initiatives

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.

Caterpillar is seeking a 1st Shift Assembly Production Manager in Sanford, NC. In this role, you will collaborate with the team, maintain, and improve processes, systems and the manufacturing of the products produced in the facility. Further you will analyze and recommend current and future systems procedures and equipment needs based on manufacturing requirements.

What you can look forward to in this role:

Report section status and monitors and audits related metrics
Drives root cause corrective action projects and continuous improvement
Leads section status reporting and monitors / audits section metrics
Leads the creation, implementation and training of standard work procedures
Manage outbound shipments for multiple customer types, including processing, systems, and required documentation for overseas shipments
Monitor and improve shop floor safety, aggressively eliminating unsafe processes
Assures fixtures, tooling and processes are followed to meet production schedules
Increases production efficiency through continuous improvement and waste elimination

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

Performance Management: Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

Supervisory or team lead experience
Thorough knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and tools, machine shop operations, equipment and processes
Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
Exhibit critical thinking, analytical skills, and initiative
Demonstrated knowledge of order to delivery, engineering and/or manufacturing principles

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Sanford, NC.

Domestic relocation assistance is not available

Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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

Posting Dates:

July 16, 2026 - July 30, 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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