Team Lead, Power Generation - 2nd Shift

Caterpillar•Seguin, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar is seeking a Team Lead to support Power Generation operations at its Seguin, Texas location. The role oversees production employees assembling diesel generators and supports productivity, efficiency, quality, safety, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The position is on 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday from 4:18 p.m. to 2:48 a.m.; overtime is required as needed. Starting pay is $22.00 per hour, with a 10% shift premium. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available. The Team Lead trains and guides production technicians, helps ensure a safe and organized workplace, and supports issue escalation, employee training, team communication, and process improvement. The role may require performing any position on the team and completing a range of assembly tasks. Physical requirements include prolonged sitting or standing, repetitive operations, and lifting up to 35 pounds. Caterpillar benefits, subject to plan eligibility and applicable terms, include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; 401(k) savings plans; health savings and flexible spending accounts; health lifestyle programs; an employee assistance program; voluntary benefits and employee discounts; career development; incentive bonus; disability benefits; life insurance; parental leave; adoption benefits; and tuition reimbursement. Benefits also apply to part-time employees.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing work environment, leadership experience, a relevant college degree, or a combination of experience.
Mechanical aptitude.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Previous experience with Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work.
Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
Proficiency in PLEX menus, including control panel, check sheets, inventory search, and rejection logs.
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.
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, perform repetitive operations, and lift up to 35 pounds.
Must successfully complete a background, drug, and medical screening.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience assembling products in a manufacturing facility.
Experience reading complex electrical assembly instructions.
Experience and/or certification operating forklifts, tuggers, and/or other power equipment.
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 Lean Certification.
Resumes are highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

Lead the work of production technicians and train them to ensure proficiency.
Promote adherence to safety guidelines and 5S practices.
Provide process-related information and escalate issues to the Production Manager, engineers, and/or maintenance departments.
Be able to fill any team position and perform various assembly tasks.
Inspect parts and materials during assembly to ensure quality.
Collaborate with other departments to solve problems and improve processes.
Submit and assist with Continuous Improvement 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.
Assist in leading team meetings for the assigned area.
Perform other assigned duties.