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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.
The Opportunity
As a Production Team Leader within assembly, you will lead and motivate an assembly operations team ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of quality products meeting customer order deadlines.
What You Will Do
* Leading the team to meet the daily production goals on safety, quality, velocity and cost targets
* Actively coach, guide and mentor your teams performance and development
* Carry out daily communications and deploy training programs to upskill teams using lean methodologies
* To lead an inclusive, engaging safety culture
* Proactively resolve issues and generate new ideas for your assigned area using the Continuous Improvement (CI) process to improve quality, effectiveness and safety
* Audit and drive defect investigations to ensure high quality product outputs
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements within the assembly processes
* Proactively plan and cover team members absences daily
Qualifications and Demonstrated Experience
* Demonstrated understanding of assembly operations practices and processes
* Experience with Manufacturing Quality processes, reporting defects and root cause analysis
* Ability to work closely with others as part of a team to achieve goals
* Self-motivated, with flexibility to work independently and influence others
* Strong written and verbal communication skills to uphold company values
* Highly organized with keen attention to detail
* Flexible to work extra hours and on a multi-shift pattern
What You May Have
* Previous people development and performance management experience
* 6 Sigma / Project management
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
What You Will Get
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on the skills they have by working with a variety of different functional areas, allowing them to develop their understanding of the wider business requirements. Becoming a member of a skilled, diverse and inclusive team that will provide a good foundation for future career development within Caterpillar.
Job Title: Assembly Production Team Leader
Contract: 12 months
Salary: £33,892 rising progressively to £37,568 once role competencies are met
Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays – option to buy or sell, Production Bonus, Flexible Buy In Benefits such as Private Medical, Health Care, Dental & Vision scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Company contribution up to 10%)
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
Travel: Not required
Job Reference: R0000311073
CATERPILLAR
Caterpillar is a world leader in construction and mining equipment—creating innovative, cutting-edge products and services that help our customers build the world around us. We lead sustainable green initiatives and stay involved in the communities we help build.
What will Caterpillar do for you?
From day one, you’re set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, competitive salary package, work-life balance and growth opportunities with a Fortune 100 company.
Posting Dates
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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