Caterpillar, Inc

Training Manager – Basic Machinist Training (BMT)

Caterpillar, Inc • $81K — $122K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in training operations, workforce development, or manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing teams.
  • Proven skills in training needs analysis and employee development strategies.
  • Technical proficiency in training technologies and learning management systems.
  • Strong critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to gather and analyze data to inform training effectiveness.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of training professionals to achieve development goals.
  • Collaborate with leadership to assess workforce training needs and align with business objectives.
  • Manage training center operations, including logistics and resource allocation.
  • Oversee the design and delivery of onboarding and skills qualification programs.
  • Ensure compliance with training requirements and maintain accurate training records.
  • Work with subject matter experts to create effective workforce training programs.
  • Evaluate training impact using data and feedback, driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) savings plans with company matching.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
  • Access to health lifestyle programs and employee assistance.
  • Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee discounts and voluntary benefits.
  • Incentives and bonus programs.
  • Parental leave and adoption benefits.
  • Disability insurance and life insurance options.
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

The BMT Training Manager is responsible for leading the Basic Machinist Training program and supporting the development of employees as they build the technical skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in a machining environment.

In this role, you will partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and HR leaders to identify capability needs, implement effective training solutions, and ensure employees have the knowledge and skills required to achieve business objectives.


What You Will Do:

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of training professionals.
  • Partner with business leaders to identify workforce capability needs and align training priorities with operational goals.
  • Oversee training center operations, including scheduling, resource planning, learning technologies, and training delivery.
  • Lead onboarding, qualification, certification, and technical skills development programs.
  • Ensure training requirements, records, and compliance standards are effectively maintained.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to implement effective workforce training programs.
  • Monitor training effectiveness and workforce readiness using data, metrics, and stakeholder feedback.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance employee capability and operational performance.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and operational excellence.

What You Have:

  • Leadership: Knowledge of leadership practices and processes; ability to develop teams, provide coaching, and drive performance.
  • Training Operations: Knowledge of training processes, systems, and governance; ability to manage strategic and day-to-day training operations.
  • Workforce Development: Knowledge of employee development practices and strategies that build workforce capability and support business objectives.
  • Training Needs Analysis: Ability to identify capability gaps and determine learning priorities that address operational needs.
  • Effective Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with employees, leaders, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze information, evaluate options, and make sound business decisions.
  • Collaboration: Ability to build productive partnerships and work effectively across functions to achieve common goals.
  • Data Gathering and Reporting: Ability to utilize data and metrics to evaluate effectiveness, identify trends, and support decision-making.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  • Degree or 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience supporting onboarding, qualification, certification, or technical skills development programs, preferably in a machining, manufacturing, or production environment.
  • Experience leading teams in manufacturing, operations, workforce development, or training environments.
  • Experience utilizing learning management systems and training technologies.
  • The most successful candidates combine technical knowledge with a genuine desire to develop others and help employees succeed.
  • Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.

Additional Information:

  • Travel may be required up to 15%.

 

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

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. 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

September 30, 2026 - October 13, 2026

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Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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