• Job Description

  Req#: R0000238231

  Career Area:

  Operations

  Job Description:

  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.

  Job Summary:

  As a Team Lead in our dynamic organization, you'll spearhead the daily operations of your assigned team, ensuring the safe and efficient execution of assembly, logistics, or quality tasks related to Caterpillar diesel engines. Reporting to Section Managers, you will play a pivotal role in meeting customer and company demands in the Schertz, TX facility.

  What you will do:

  • Lead and train Production Technicians, ensuring their proficiency

  • Address and report issues to Section Manager, engineers, and maintenance

  • Versatility 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

  • Efficiently handle material delivery and removal

  • Contribute to Continuous Improvement by submitting and resolving C.P.S. cards

  • Adhere to standard operating procedures and area-specific instructions

  • Provide process-related information to supervisors and managers

  • Demonstrate technical competence in the entire Supply Chain area

  • Execute daily work assignments directed by the Section Manager

  • Facilitate employee training for processes and certifications

  • Maintain effective communication within the team and across departments

  • Perform other assigned duties

  What you will have:

  • Strong interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

  • Basic understanding of Heller and Toyota Machining Centers Controls and Applications

  • Familiarity with GD&T, ability to read Tooling and Part prints, and understanding of Standard Work process

  • Proficiency in Plex menus: control panel, check sheets, inventory search, rejection logs (CCN, CAR, etc.)

  • Experience with Cl Card and SBT process, including rework and out-of-process inventory management

  • Ability to handle departmental delegation during issue resolution

  • Clean record: no attendance, quality, or performance infractions in the prior 6-month period

  • Flexibility in shift and/or value stream assignments

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

  • Initiative and willingness to speak up

  • 1 year of supervisory experience, preferably in manufacturing

  • 1-2 years of experience in Machining Operations and/or Quality

  What would make you a top candidate:

  • 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

  • Certification on every operation for the value stream

  • Technical experience in manufacturing process/value stream

  • Conduct standard work audits for the value stream

  Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

  • Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods

  • Ability to perform repetitive operations

  • Ability to lift to 35 lbs.

  Additional Requirements:

  • Resumes are highly encouraged

  • Caterpillar employees must be in their current role 6 months at time of application and meet Caterpillar disciplinary guidelines for promotion

  • No written attendance, quality, or performance infractions in prior rolling 12-month period

  What you will get:

  • $20/hour starting payrate

  • Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm, o vertime as needed

  Employee benefit details

  Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

  Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K)

  Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

  Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

  This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers .

  About Caterpillar

  Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

  Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

  Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

  EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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• About the company

  Since 1925, Caterpillar Inc. has been helping our customers build a better world – making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. With 2020 sales and revenues of $41.7 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

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