Hose Assembly Team Lead - 1st Shift

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.

Company Benefits:

• •6% 401k match
• •Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
• •HSA with company contribution
• •Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
• •10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
• •Paid personal days
• •11 paid holidays
• •Annual merit increases
• •Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
• •Education Tuition Assistance

Shift Available:

First Shift: Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:00pm ($23.00/hour)

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Coordinate with logistics and external carriers to set up expedited shipments

Lead meetings with multifunctional team to track performance and drive results

Oversee management of zones through targeting aged inventory, leading reconciliation and investigating root cause

Regularly lead problem-solving events to drive continuous improvement

Accountable for tracking quality metrics and meeting Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost goals

Lead investigations on customer reported defects, including internal logistics customers

Occasionally utilizing heavy equipment, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes

Occasionally perform material handling and warehousing functions as required

Work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to work OT when required

Lead team meetings guiding daily priorities and change management

Demonstrating safety excellence and enforcing safety policies and procedures

Continuously managing training matrix to ensure team flexibility

Essential Job Functions:

Occasionally lift parts up to 35 pounds individually or 70 pound as team lift

Occasional bending, reaching and squatting while performing tasks

Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed

Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures

Standing and/or sitting at a desk while performing tasks

Basic and/or Desired Qualifications may include, but are not limited to:

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Demonstrated proficiency in mathematical and analytical skills

Working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point, and Access

Good attendance record

Ability to maintain accurate and complete records

Top candidates will also have:

Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or logistics operation

Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing experience

Competencies:

• •Safety Focus - Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards and contributing to a safe work environment.
• •Responsibility & Dependability - Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.
• •Teamwork & Collaboration - Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.
• •Functional Expertise & Continuous Learning - Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.

Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

Summary Pay Range:

$23.00 - $29.90

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:

October 6, 2026 - October 19, 2026

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.

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