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.

Job Title: Shipping Team Leader (Afternoons)  

Salary: £33,800 rising to £37,500 when role requirements are met + 20% shift premium  

Contract: Full time & permanent - Monday - Wednesday 16:30-2:30, Thursday 16:30-2:00 

Location: Desford, Leicestershire 

 

The Opportunity 

As a Team Leader, you'll guide a dynamic team in the shipping area during the 2nd shift. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you'll swiftly address and communicate any issues. Your leadership will ensure the team consistently meets all safety and quality standards, championing a productive and safe work environment. 

 

As a Team Leader, you are accountable for, but not limited to: 

Lead the team to meet the daily goals and continually monitor and audit Health and Safety, People, Quality, Velocity and Cost metrics within your span of control as per business goals. 

Champion safe working practices and undertake training and further learning. 

Generate and work on Continuous Improvement ideas for your assigned area using the Continuous Improvement (CI) process and maintain the skills matrix for the team to 100% versatility, ensure standard work is updated. 

Participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) for Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost within your team operation. 

 

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.  

 

What You Can Demonstrate: 

Logistics Operations: Possess a good understanding of Logistics practices and knowledge of material systems 

Safety: Proactive in managing safety standards and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Foster psychological safety and team engagement, ensuring open communication and collaboration across diverse groups. 

Process Improvement: Evaluates logistics methods and maintains focus, with team input, on promoting the continuous improvement of processes and products utilising lean, Six Sigma and drive innovation. 

Shift Work: Ready to work different shifts

 

Top Candidates will have:  

Able to coach, motivate, evaluate, and recognise employees. Understanding the skills and experience of the team to highlight gaps and/or training/development needs and builds high performing teams. 

Skilled in reducing costs and eliminating inefficiencies. 

 

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. 

 

What You Will Get 
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on the skills they have by working with a variety of different functional areas, allowing them to develop their understanding of the wider business requirements. Becoming a member of a skilled, diverse and inclusive team that will provide a good foundation for future career development within Caterpillar. 

 

Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, Bonus, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc 

Travel: Not required 

Posting Dates:

February 10, 2025 - February 24, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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