MHE Assembly Team Lead

Caterpillar • Athens, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career. Watch our video to see our Athens Team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors.

Requirements

• Previous heavy equipment machine assembly experience (i.e., tractors, excavators, etc.)
• Must be at a "Meets Expectations" or higher performance rating
• Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Further vocational and/or college education
• Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Office
• Intermediate proficiency in SAP software
• Previous supervisory experience or team lead experience
• Leadership experience including managing teams of greater than 5 team members
• Functional experience in the area (i.e., can perform 50% or more of the jobs in the area)
• Excellent attendance
• Previous manufacturing experience
• Advance problem solving/troubleshooting ability and root cause corrective action experience
• Ability to operate/drive heavy machinery

Responsibilities

• Have knowledge of all assembly procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements and build requirements in assigned work area.
• Train new and develop existing employees.
• Be the liaison between team members and section managers.
• Be the first point of contact for questions related to employee job functions.
• Be accountable for daily team PQVC metric boards.
• Provide input on schedule/build adjustments.
• Communicate with cross-functional leaders.
• Communicate potential build schedule, inventory or manpower issues and solutions to section manager.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree