3600 Block Line Team Leader- 2nd Shift

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

3600 Block Line Team Leader- 2nd Shift

Location: Lafayette Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Incentives/Bonus Opportunities Matching 401k available first day of employment.

CATERPILLAR - BUILD WHAT MATTERS

What matters most to youIs it being part of a strong teamSupporting your family Solving global problems You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe and you contribute to meaningful work. Together we can build what matters!

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

The Team Leader position is intended to assist the line supervisor in various daily activities including:

• Schedule production cell and flow of material
• Conduct/cover line-up meetings when necessary.
• Facilitate and assist with daily build issues/problems including quality tooling and process issues.
• Coordinate movement/rotation of technicians throughout the area.
• Coordinate rework activities.
• Train operators when necessary.
• Fill in at machines and operations when necessary.
• Assist in maintenance issues as needed.
• Respond to assembly calls.
• Perform line and assembly inventory counts.
• Perform Rework on out of process material
• Responsible for production quality housekeeping and other related duties associated with the operation and set up of CNC and NC controlled machines.
• Interpret CNC programs JIS JMI CMM data GageIt and accountable for processes by monitoring Infinity.
• At times it may be required to work overtime to meet the manufacturing requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a strong machining background with experience in boring milling drilling and reaming.
• Must have the ability to trouble shoot and solve problems dealing with machine tooling and program malfunctions.
• Must have a working knowledge of CNC programs and be able to make offset adjustments as required.
• Must be able to manage time and work well with those on all shifts including support personnel.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime.
• Must pass a CNC skill assessment to win position.
• Candidate will be required to stay in the position for 2 years except for a promotion.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift push and pull up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and be able to squat.
• Must be able to stand on concrete for 8 hours.

Additional Information:

• Position available is on 2nd Shift (3:30pm-11:30pm)
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
• Please attach an updated resume
• 13 days / 104 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
• 11 Paid holidays
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
• Climate controlled work environment most areas
• Additional financial incentives for overtime and attendance
• Clean/safe work environment

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

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Summary Pay Range:

$33.27 - $42.33

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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:

May 28 2026 - June 11 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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