Caterpillar
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.
While working at Caterpillar Inc., you will work in an environment that supports excellence. You will lead your team in efforts to support continuous improvement. This position works under general supervision, coordinates, oversees and monitors activities within a specific factory function in Assembly. This person will report to a Section Manger.
As a
Team Lead
you can expect to provide knowledge of all assembly/logistics procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements and build requirements in assigned work area. Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work. As a contributing team member, you will train new and develop existing employees and serve as a liaison between team members and section managers. As a Team Lead you will serve as a first point of contact for questions related to employee job functions. Performance of administrative functions and may be accountable for daily team PQVC metric boards. As a team member you may be asked to provide input on schedule/build adjustments, as well as communicate with cross-functional leaders to communicate potential build schedule, inventory or manpower issues and solutions to section managers.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Tracking hour by hour boards
Coordinate with logistics
Interface with customer and coordinate voice of customer to team to improve processes
Lead meetings with multifunctional team to track performance and drive results
Regularly lead problem-solving events to drive continuous improvement
Accountable for tracking quality metrics and meeting Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost goals
Lead root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations on reported defects
Occasionally utilizing reach trucks, sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes
Work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrating safety excellence and enforcing safety policies and procedures
Continuously managing training matrix to ensure team flexibility
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods
Ability to perform repetitive operations
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Ability to climb ladders
Basic Qualifications
At least 6 months of machine assembly experience
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Top Candidates will also have
Previous team lead experience
Mach 1 and SAP experience
Machine equipment product knowledge
Strong quality and attendance record
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Meticulous and analytical nature
Ability to multitask and prioritize work
Strong commitment to Safety
Knowledge of Caterpillar systems
Additional Information
Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: M-Th 6 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Friday Overtime as business needs require
Work location: Waco, TX
Employee benefit details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a monthly bonus.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).
Final details
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
Summary Pay Range:
$22.90 - $28.65
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
September 23, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .
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.
While working at Caterpillar Inc., you will work in an environment that supports excellence. You will lead your team in efforts to support continuous improvement. This position works under general supervision, coordinates, oversees and monitors activities within a specific factory function in Assembly. This person will report to a Section Manger.
As a
Team Lead
you can expect to provide knowledge of all assembly/logistics procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements and build requirements in assigned work area. Follows and utilizes CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work. As a contributing team member, you will train new and develop existing employees and serve as a liaison between team members and section managers. As a Team Lead you will serve as a first point of contact for questions related to employee job functions. Performance of administrative functions and may be accountable for daily team PQVC metric boards. As a team member you may be asked to provide input on schedule/build adjustments, as well as communicate with cross-functional leaders to communicate potential build schedule, inventory or manpower issues and solutions to section managers.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Tracking hour by hour boards
Coordinate with logistics
Interface with customer and coordinate voice of customer to team to improve processes
Lead meetings with multifunctional team to track performance and drive results
Regularly lead problem-solving events to drive continuous improvement
Accountable for tracking quality metrics and meeting Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost goals
Lead root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations on reported defects
Occasionally utilizing reach trucks, sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes
Work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrating safety excellence and enforcing safety policies and procedures
Continuously managing training matrix to ensure team flexibility
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods
Ability to perform repetitive operations
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Ability to climb ladders
Basic Qualifications
At least 6 months of machine assembly experience
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Top Candidates will also have
Previous team lead experience
Mach 1 and SAP experience
Machine equipment product knowledge
Strong quality and attendance record
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Meticulous and analytical nature
Ability to multitask and prioritize work
Strong commitment to Safety
Knowledge of Caterpillar systems
Additional Information
Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: M-Th 6 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Friday Overtime as business needs require
Work location: Waco, TX
Employee benefit details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a monthly bonus.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).
Final details
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
Summary Pay Range:
$22.90 - $28.65
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
September 23, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .