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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.

As a Team Leader you will lead and co-ordinate the quality team in the Paint Plant driving back defects and ensuring the customer receives a defect free product.

Responsibilities:

• Continually monitor and audit Health and Safety, People, Quality, Velocity and Cost metrics within your span of control as per Caterpillar Production System (CPS) guidelines meeting targets

• Reinforce Caterpillar’s Values in Action. communicate to appropriate departments/personnel and at daily start of shift meetings

• Record defect information in detail to the quality gate visual management boards/ management systems 

• Clearly communicate defects to Paint Operations and support area personnel as defects are identified

• Provide detailed quality feedback with quality alerts and quality meetings

• Participate in defect investigations and component inspection as required

• Standard Work / Training - 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.

• Lead the team to meet the daily demand of the job and root cause analyse events leading to process failure.

• Generate and work on Continuous Improvement ideas for your assigned area using the Continuous Improvement (CI) process

• Adhere to the Company’s Health and Safety policy and safe working practices and reporting appropriately.

• Undertake training and further learning as required for the job and the BCP Safety Recipe.

• Maintain leadership development required learning.

• Lead and attend relevant meetings to this role.

Required qualifications:

• Experience of CPS processes to reduce/eliminate cost.

• Experience of the BIQ process, reporting defects, root cause analysis.

• Identify with Caterpillar’s belief in the value of continuous improvement and a team-based culture

• Possess a good understanding of paint practices and knowledge of paint related 1Especs

• As a team member the ability to work closely with others is imperative, requiring team participation to achieve the agreed objectives

• A self motivated individual, with the flexibility to deal with individual and team behaviours, you should be able to motivate others with your advice and experience

• Initiative and strong communication, interpersonal and organization skills

• Must be flexible and support with extra hours if required

• Willing to work on a multi shift pattern

• High level of attention to detail

• Ability to work through quality issues in a methodical manner

Top Candidates will also have:

• Previous supervisory experience desirable

• Knowledge of Paint Processes

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business 

What You Will Get

Job Title: Quality Team Leader (Paint Plant) - Afternoon Shift

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £33,890 rising to £37,500 once competent + 20% shift premium

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Bonus, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vison & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Hours: Mon: 14:00 – 23:00, Tue-Thurs: 14:00 - 22:30 Fri: 10:45 – 15:45

Travel: Not required

Job Reference: R0000287385

Closing Date: 29th January

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Your Impact 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers/why-caterpillar.html 

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