1st shift Mold Maker Team Lead

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.

Role Description:  

The Large Power Systems Division in Hodges, SC has an opening for a Team Lead on 3rd shift. In this role, as a Team Lead you will act as a working lead that will be expected to set operator expectations and record relevant safety, quality, throughput, and downtime data in the department including production reporting. You will also be able to train new operators to perform these tasks. 
  

Responsibilities:  

• Train new operators on safety, quality, and velocity 

• Collect and record data regarding safety, quality, and velocity 

• Isolate problems and makes recommendations to eliminate defects and salvage castings 

• Leave carryover instructions on priorities and open issues for off-shift operations. 
    

Requirements:  

• At least 6 months experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment 

• If an internal employee, must be in current position for at least 6 months 

• If an internal employee, must exhibit satisfactory performance 

• If an internal employee, must not currently be in the disciplinary process to be eligible for consideration 
    

Top Candidates will also have: 

• Previous team lead or supervisory experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment 

• Demonstrated good leadership skills in either an operator position or lead position. 

• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts (training purposes) 

• Good communication skills 

• Ability to work with others and lead peers 

• Ability to learn all aspects of job assignments 

 

Additional Information:  

• 1st shift is Monday- Friday 6AM- 2:30PM.

• This position is located in Hodges, SC.  

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