Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt

Career Area:

Strategy

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.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

(3) Positions available at different responsibility levels

Relocation Assistance is Available

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

The Lean Six Sigma Black Belt is a leader that is responsible for driving measurable performance improvements across manufacturing and business processes by applying lean and/or 6 Sigma tools that support critical business unit initiatives. This role requires that the individual facilitate cross-functional teams on complex projects that improve business critical metrics that result in long-term, sustainable changes. Examples include projects that focus on improving safety, quality, operational performance, and cost that lead to cultural transformation (E.g., team development, engagement). Successful Black Belts utilize data to guide initiatives that focus on, for example, problem solving and waste reduction while executing rapid improvement workshops or kaizen events. Additionally, this person will manage project portfolios, mentor Green Belts, and ensure data-driven decision-making to achieve strategic business objectives.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and implement lean or Six Sigma programs, including tools and systems, to improve quality and business processes.
• Lead and manage lean or Six Sigma project portfolios, delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and performance.
• Provide technical training, mentorship, and support to Green Belts in the planning, execution, and sustainability.
• Integrate Six Sigma methodologies into daily operations, driving a culture of continuous improvement that aligns with business objectives.

What You Will Have:

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve them.

Level Working Knowledge:

Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside of one’s own organization.

Level Working Knowledge:

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Level Working Knowledge:

Process Improvement: Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability to maintain focus on the continuous improvement of processes, products, and services.

Level Working Knowledge:

Additional Information:

• This position is located in Lafayette, IN.
• Relocation Assistance is available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not approved for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $165,840.00

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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

December 19, 2025 - January 11, 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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