Team Lead, Power Generation - 2nd Shift

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.

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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.

Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team in Seguin, Texas as a Team Lead to support our Power Generation operations. As a team lead, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of production employees in the assembly of diesel generators, ensuring productivity, efficiency, and adherence to company policies and procedures. Join our team at Caterpillar and be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

• $22.00 hourly starting wage
• 2nd Shift will receive a 10% shift premium
• Schedule:
  
  Monday - Thursday, 4:18pm-2:48am. Overtime as required.
• Training completed on 1st Shift until October 2026.
• Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
• Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

• Lead the work and train production technicians, ensuring their proficiency
• Champion the adherence to safety guidelines as well as 5S, a system that helps organize and maintain a productive work environment
• Provide process-related information and escalation of issues to Production Manager, engineers, and/or maintenance departments
• Ability to fill any team position and accomplish various assembly tasks
• Ensure quality by inspecting parts and materials during the assembly process
• Collaborate with other departments for problem-solving and process improvement
• Submit and assist with Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
• Follow standard operating procedures and specific work instructions
• Execute daily work assignments and special projects directed by the Production Manager
• Facilitate employee training for processes and certifications
• Maintain effective communication within the team and across departments
• Assisting in leading various team meetings for the assigned area
• Perform other assigned duties

• Minimum 1 years’ experience in manufacturing work environment, leadership experience or relevant college degree or combination of experience
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Previous experience with Standard Operating Procedures or Standard Work
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English
• Proficiency in PLEX menus (control panel, check sheets, inventory search, rejection logs, etc.)
• Ability to handle departmental delegation during issue resolution
• Flexibility in shift and/or value stream assignments
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Initiative and willingness to speak up

• At least 1-years’ experience assembling products in a manufacturing facility
• Previous experience reading complex electrical assembly instructions
• Previous…