Caterpillar Inc Production Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Kanban is a lean manufacturing system that ensures smooth inventory flow. Material shortage is managed by effective planning and communication with vendors. Manpower is handled by proper training and allocation of resources.

• Kanban is a visual system that helps in managing inventory levels and production flow

• Effective planning and communication with vendors helps in managing material shortage

• Proper training and allocati...read more

I have achieved significant improvements in all 4M areas throughout my career.

• Implemented new machine maintenance program resulting in 20% decrease in downtime

• Developed new material sourcing strategy resulting in 15% cost savings

• Redesigned production line layout resulting in 30% increase in efficiency

• Implemented lean manufacturing principles resulting in 25% reduction in waste

• Trained and mentored team members resulting...read more

Clutches are devices used to transmit power from one component to another. There are several types of clutches.

• Friction clutch

• Electromagnetic clutch

• Hydraulic clutch

• Centrifugal clutch

• Dog clutch

• Cone clutch

• Multi-plate clutch

A clutch is a mechanical device that engages and disengages power transmission between two rotating shafts.

• Clutches are commonly used in vehicles to allow the engine to start and stop without turning off the transmission.

• They are also used in machines to control the power output and speed.

• Clutches can be operated manually or automatically.

• There are different types of clutches, including friction clutches, hydraulic clu...read more