2026 Leadership & Technical Development Program - Operations Leadership

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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.

Your Impact 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.  

About the Role  

Caterpillar's Leadership and Technical Development Program (LTDP) for Operations Leadership is a three-year rotational program designed to accelerate development of entry-level talent and provide a solid foundation for meeting challenges within operations and manufacturing.  Being part of the LTDP team offers you a broad exposure to Caterpillar, presents diverse project responsibilities, engages you in a global team, provides cross-functional job experiences and includes valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar leadership. This program provides the opportunity to build foundational technical and leadership skills for future success within the organization.   

Caterpillar's Operations Leadership track is focused on building technical capabilities for managing Caterpillar's Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain functions. This opportunity advances your development and training to build future leaders within Operations and Manufacturing. Upon successful completion of the three-year program, Operations Leadership professionals will be placed in a role with the expectation of being in that role a minimum of two years.  

What You Will Do  

Professionals within the program will complete three 12-month rotations, which are defined based on business needs.  You must be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in North America upon hire and throughout each rotation while in the program.  You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have experiences including (but not limited to):  

• Manufacturing Engineering  

• Front Line Leadership 

• Supply Chain, including planning, demand management, inventory management, etc.  

• Procurement 

• Quality 

What You Have – Skills and Experiences  

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills: 

• Decision making and critical thinking, problem solving, initiative, and adaptability 

• Leading and developing others 

• Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner.  

• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing standards and safety 

• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain a