Team Lead, CNC Machining - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Inc.San Antonio, TX
$22 - $29Onsite

About The Position

IPSD is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team in San Antonio, Texas as a Team Lead supporting the CNC machining of our C9 diesel engine blocks. As a team lead in our machining facility, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of employees, ensuring productivity, efficiency, and adherence to company policies and procedures. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Team Lead!

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 years’ experience in Machining Operations and/or Quality experience in a machining and/or manufacturing facility, leadership experience, or relevant college degree or combination of experiences
  • Strong interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Basic understanding of machining centers controls and applications (i.e. Heller & Toyota)
  • Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) software, ability to read tooling and part prints
  • Experience with electronic standard work or standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Proficiency in Plex menus (control panel, check sheets, inventory search, rejection logs, etc.)
  • Ability to handle departmental delegation during issue resolution
  • Flexibility in shift and/or value stream assignments
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • Initiative and willingness to speak up

Nice To Haves

  • In-depth knowledge of Heller and Toyota Machining Centers Controls and Applications
  • Knowledge of various tools with the ability to change and set tooling in machines
  • Technical experience in manufacturing processes
  • Experience conducting standard work audits for a value stream
  • One year of leadership experience in a formal or informal capacity, preferably in manufacturing
  • Lean manufacturing experience or Six Sigma Certification
  • Knowledge of gauging

Responsibilities

  • Lead and train Machine Operators, ensuring their proficiency
  • Champion the adherence to safety guidelines as well as 5S, a system that helps organize and maintain a productive work environment
  • Provide process-related information and escalation of issues to Production Manager, engineers, and/or maintenance departments
  • Ability to fill any team position and accomplish various tasks
  • Ensure quality by inspecting parts and materials during the assembly process
  • Collaborate with other departments for problem-solving and process improvement
  • Submit and assist with Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
  • Follow standard operating procedures and specific work instructions
  • Execute daily work assignments and special projects directed by the Production Manager
  • Facilitate employee training for processes and certifications
  • Maintain effective communication within the team and across departments
  • Assisting in leading various team meetings for the assigned area
  • Perform other assigned duties

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
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