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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.\nLead the work. Support the team. Drive results.\nJoin Caterpillar and play a key role in building the machine components that power our industry-leading drilling equipment. As a Team Leader, you'll be the link between production employees and leadership, helping your team operate safely, efficiently, and with a focus on quality. You'll lead by example, coach team members, solve problems in real time, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that keep our operation moving forward.\nWhat You'll Do\nLead daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.\nProvide guidance, coaching, and support to team members throughout the shift.\nRespond quickly to production issues, Andon calls, and operational challenges.\nPromote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with PPE and workplace safety standards.\nTrain employees and support the development of team skills and capabilities.\nMonitor and communicate key performance metrics related to Safety, Quality, Velocity, Cost, and People.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives and support root cause corrective actions.\nMaintain and update performance boards, production metrics, and CPS tools.\nSupport and audit standardized work and 5S workplace organization practices.\nPartner with leadership to communicate staffing, quality, production, and safety concerns.\nServe as a role model for Caterpillar's Values in Action and foster a positive team environment.\nProvide support across departments and cover for other Team Leaders when needed.\nWork overtime as required to meet production demands.\nWhat We're Looking For\nStrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills\nAbility to motivate, coach, and support a diverse team\nProficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint\nWorking knowledge of the Caterpillar Production System (CPS)\nAbility to adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment\nFlexibility to work overtime when needed\nPreferred Qualifications\nStrong understanding of Caterpillar policies, procedures, and manufacturing operations.\nPrevious experience in a production, assembly, or manufacturing leadership role.\nAdditional Information:\n1st Shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm)\nFull-Time position with benefits\nPay range is $21.24-$32.84\nRelocation assistance is not offered for this position\nPlease ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$21.24 - $32.84Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. 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