Team Lead, Power Generation - 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•Seguin, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division designs, tests, and manufactures engines for Caterpillar machines and other applications, including marine, petroleum, industrial applications, electric generators, and locomotives. The division is preparing green energy solutions as part of Caterpillar’s sustainability strategy. Caterpillar is seeking a Team Lead in Seguin, Texas, to support Power Generation operations. The role oversees production employees assembling diesel generators and helps ensure productivity, efficiency, quality, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The Team Lead leads and trains production technicians, supports process improvement and issue resolution, and may perform any team position’s assembly tasks. The position starts at $22.00 per hour and receives a 10% second-shift premium. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 4:18 p.m. to 2:48 a.m., with overtime as required. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available. Candidates must successfully complete background, drug, and medical screening. Resumes are highly encouraged; former Caterpillar employees must meet rehire eligibility guidelines.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing work environment, leadership experience, or 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 with 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 and perform repetitive operations; ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Successful completion of background, drug, and medical screening.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience assembling products in a manufacturing facility.
Previous experience reading complex electrical assembly instructions.
Previous experience and/or certification operating forklifts, tuggers, and/or other powered equipment.
Experience conducting standard work audits for a value stream.
One year of formal or informal leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Lean manufacturing experience or Lean Certification.

Responsibilities

Lead production work and train production technicians, ensuring their 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.
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 on 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.