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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.

What You Will Do:

As Production 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

Actively coach, guide and mentor your team’s 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

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:

Possess a good understanding of assembly operations practices and process

Experience of the Built In Quality process, reporting defects and root cause analysis.

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 squash 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

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Job Title: Production Team Leader

Salary: £33,892 rising when role triggers are met to £37,568

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Production Bonus, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Travel: Not required

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’ve 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.

Your Impact 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.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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