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.
As a Team Leader you will lead and co-ordinate the quality team in the Paint Plant driving back defects and ensuring the customer receives a defect free product
What You Will Do:
As Paint Plant Team Leader, your accountabilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Leading the team to meet the daily production goals on safety, quality, velocity and cost targets
* Reinforce Caterpillar's Values in Action. communicate to appropriate departments/personnel and at daily start of shift meetings
* 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
* Clearly communicate defects to Paint Operations and support area personnel as defects are identified
* 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
* Proactively plan and cover team members absences daily
* Provide detailed quality feedback with quality alerts and quality meetings
* Standard Work / Training - Maintain the skills matrix for the team to 100% versatility, ensure standard work is updated.
* Participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) for Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost within your team operation.
* Lead the team to meet the daily demand of the job and root cause analyse events leading to process failure.
* Undertake training and further learning as required for the job and the BCP Safety Recipe.
* Maintain leadership development required learning.
* Lead and attend relevant meetings to this role.
The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
What you can demonstrate:
* Experience of the Manufacturing Quality process, BIQ, Reporting defects and root cause analysis.
* Possess a good understanding of paint practices and knowledge of paint related 1Especs
* As a team member the ability to work closely with others is imperative, requiring team participation to achieve the agreed goals
* Self-motivated, with the flexibility to deal with independent and team behaviours, you should be able to motivate and influence others with your advice and experience
* Strong communication skills both written and verbal to be confident to eradicate behaviours not in line with our company values.
* Highly organised and a keen attention to detail
* Must be flexible and support extra hours if required and willing to work on a multi shift pattern
What you may have:
* Previous people development and performance management experience
* 6 Sigma / Project management
* Previous supervisory experience desirable
* Knowledge of Paint Processes
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: Paint Operations Team Leader (Nights)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Desford, Leicestershire
Salary: £35,247 rising progressively to £39,071 once role competencies are met + 20% shift premium
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 (Contribution double by Company up to 10%)
Hours: 37.5
Travel: Not required
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. With that level of impact comes the platform to care for the world, we work in. That's why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation 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 the growth
About BCP
The Building Construction Products (BCP) division team is comprised of more than 9,000 employees—from assemblers and accountants to marketing professionals and engineers—we work in factories, warehouses, and offices all over the world.
We are responsible for the design, manufacturing, marketing and support of Caterpillar's line of small, versatile construction machines and attachments for the commercial construction, residential construction, specialty trades, landscaping and agriculture industries. Products include small wheel loaders, compact wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, compact track loaders, mini hydraulic excavators, skid steer loaders, telehandlers and small track-type tractors.
Posting Dates:
February 25, March 10, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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