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.

CATERPILLAR REMANUFACTURING
Do you have a passion for helping customers and supporting a sustainable solution? Since 1973, Cat Reman has helped bring the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Customers look to us to provide a high-quality solution that is good for their business - and promotes sustainability. It's important to us to deliver. Our team is full of industry leaders. Together, following common values, we share a passion for delivering sustainability benefits that help the company contribute to a circular economy. It’s rewarding work, with an inspiring team, where every contribution matters.
 

Our Caterpillar Remanufacturing Division currently has an opening for a Team Lead III position located in the Corinth, MS facility. Incumbents on this job serve as an integral part of the material flow and scheduling process for the Engine Assembly area.
 

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Lead a variety of production operators within Salary Grade ranges 1-7 to which could include: Assembly, Cleaning, Disassembly, Logistics, Machining and/or Quality
• Ensure material is available to maintain an uninterrupted assembly process and the daily scheduling/sequencing of the master production schedule from the value stream Material Analyst.
• Ensure team and self are working safely, wearing proper PPE, etc. 
• Ensure the team is trained on quality requirements and parts are accurate prior to passing to next process. 
• Help train new employees with on the job training. 
• Fill in for absent Team Members or other Team Leads as required. 
• Respond to Andon calls, resolved issues related to safety, quality, velocity (flow, WIP, CT), and cost (throughput). 
• Fix issue or communicate to Section Manager, engineer, maintenance, or CI Card. 
• Lead problem-solving exercises for issues that arise in area. 
• Originate and own CI cards to drive continuous improvement. 
• Participate on continuous improvement teams as needed. 
• Collect data and update metric boards as needed. 
• Conduct Process Improvement Dialogues at the cell level. 
• Help develop, update, and ensure 5S adherence. 
• Develop work instructions with Engineering and help to ensure it is kept up-to-date and followed. 
• Ensure daily, weekly, monthly, etc. TPM is being performed. 
• Seek customer input to ensure team is meeting expectations.
• To help team members be successful at meeting safety requirements, quality levels, takt time requirements and performance goals. 
• Will be expected to know how to communicate efficiently both in oral and written language
• Must be a swift learner and an excellent coach to train their teammates and so would be expected to have excellent problem solving skills to effectively handle the challenges and problems in the production department
• A production team leader must also know how to delegate tasks to other members of his/her team
• Will be expected to understand the importance of time management and be proactive at all times
• Work 50% of time on the line.
   

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and experience with Manufacturing practices and procedures
• Strong computer skills. Experience to include: Microsoft Office programs, email, data entry, etc.
• Previous experience/demonstration of leadership and motivational skills.
   

Top Candidate Must Also Have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate effectively with all members of the team from various backgrounds
• CPS experience (Standard work changes, Respond to Andon calls, RIW or PST participation, Green Belt, etc)
• Inventory System
• CI System
• Maintenance Work Order system
• ETQ reliance system
• Engine assembly experience (Highly Desired)
• Experience ordering items from Tool Crib and MSC

Job Bid Eligibility Requirements:

• Any current agency workers applying to this position must have worked the required 60 days to be considered as well as meeting all requirements for the position.

Additional information
 

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

Starting hourly pay rate of $25.20 (pay negotiations based on skills/experience)

Work Hours: 5AM - 3PM; Monday - Thursday

40-hour work weeks with potential for overtime

80 hours of vacation with an additional 24 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO)

10 Paid holidays

Climate controlled work environment – most areas

100% 401k match up to 6% offered on day 1 of employment

Health, dental, vision, & life insurance offered on day 1 of employment

Potential annual performance increase

Clean/safe work environment

Paid holiday shut down at the end of the year (dependent upon business needs)

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any Caterpillar position:

• Background Screening
• Drug & Alcohol Screening (Applicants are hereby advised that the Company has implemented a drug and alcohol policy and conducts a testing program, pursuant to Sections 71-7-1, et al., of the Mississippi Code of 1972, Ann. (hereinafter referred to as “the Act”), and you are hereby advised of the existence of said Act.)
• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical

Check out our Caterpillar Remanufacturing facility by clicking the link below: 
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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

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

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. 

Posting Dates:

August 16, 2024 - August 23, 2024

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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