Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar • Sanford, NC

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About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring an Assembly Team Lead for its 3rd shift operations. The role supports assembly work by applying knowledge of assembly procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements, and build requirements in the assigned work area. The position also provides day-to-day leadership and support to team members, including training, responding to job-function questions, coordinating with section managers, and communicating potential production issues.

The Team Lead uses tools in the work area to perform assembly duties and may use lifting devices to move heavy components. The role relies on independent decision-making and problem-solving, may perform administrative tasks and maintain daily team PQVC metric boards, and may provide input on schedule or build adjustments. The starting pay is $25.10 per hour plus an 8% shift premium; the listed summary pay range is $25.10–$31.35. Caterpillar describes its compensation package as including benefits beginning on Day One, paid training, and the potential for a quarterly bonus.

Requirements

• Previous assembly experience.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive operations.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Know and follow assembly procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements, and build requirements in the assigned work area.
• Perform assembly duties using tools provided in the work area, and potentially lifting devices to move heavy components.
• Follow and use CPS principles, including 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize work.
• Contribute as a team member; train new employees and develop existing employees.
• Serve as a liaison between team members and section managers and as the first point of contact for questions about employee job functions.
• Perform administrative functions and potentially maintain daily team PQVC metric boards.
• Provide input on schedule or build adjustments and communicate with cross-functional leaders.
• Use independent decision-making and problem-solving to complete job tasks.
• Communicate potential build schedule, inventory, or manpower issues and proposed solutions to the section manager.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• 8% shift premium
• Potential quarterly bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits beginning on Day One
• 401(k) savings plans
• Paid training
• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays
• Volunteer time
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed