Overview
Manufacturing Team Leader at Caterpillar Inc. Location: Stockton. Contract: Permanent. Salary: £39,200.
The Opportunity: As a Team Leader you will lead and co-ordinate a team in the operations department ensuring the safe delivery of quality products meeting customer order deadlines.
What You Will Do
* Continually monitor and audit Health & Safety, People, Quality, Velocity and cost metrics within your span of control as per Caterpillar Production System (CPS) guidelines. Run and participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) as part of the Lean process.
* Adhere to the company\'s Health & Safety policy and safe working practices. Report all Health and Safety incidents in line with the company guidelines.
* Hold daily start of shift meetings and provide support to the Section Manager, responding to unforeseen safety, quality, staffing, and production matters. Liaise with the Section Manager with an immediate corrective action plan. Ensure all relevant information is communicated to appropriate departments/personnel. Proactively plan for future quality, staffing, safety and production requirements.
* Coach team members and maintain the skills matrix for the team and make recommendations for enhancements.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting; please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Depending on the number of applications, criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
What Skills You Will Have
* Organised: Proactively plan, review and monitor goals and progress, and adjust when needed.
* People: Coach, motivate and develop the team within the skills matrix.
* Communication: Adjust communication to the audience, explain how team goals align with company objectives and address negative behaviour.
What You May Have
* Problem Solving: Use lean tools to continually highlight and improve area processes.
* Manufacturing: Prior knowledge of fabrication and/or manufacturing processes.
Interviews
Interviews will start to take place in WC 30 June.
What You Will Get
One Company, Limitless Opportunities.
Caterpillar 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. Careers at Caterpillar span Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and more.
Our Sustainability Commitment
Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We lead sustainable green initiatives, support the Caterpillar Foundation, and stay involved in the communities we help build.
Contract & Benefits
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays; 3.5% Bonus; Contributory pension scheme (Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%); Contributory share scheme (Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution); optional flexible benefits including private medical, health and dental care plans, EV car lease, etc.
Posting Dates
September 25, 2025 - October 2, 2025.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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