Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Sanford, NC is seeking an Assembly Team Lead to oversee assembly procedures, schedules, and quality in the assigned area. You will train team members, coordinate with section managers, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires prior assembly and leadership experience and a commitment to meeting deadlines.

The position offers day-one benefits, a compensation package, and opportunities for career growth in a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Assembly experience
• Previous leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee assembly procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements in the assigned area.
• Train new and develop existing employees and act as liaison between team and section managers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Leadership experience

Assembly experience

Job description

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.

Career Area

Operations

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines.

Build a Career.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

• 3rd Shift Starting Pay: $25.10/hour + 8% Shift Premium

We don’t lead our industry – our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line compact track loaders.

As An Assembly Team Lead At Caterpillar You Will

• Have knowledge of all assembly procedures, standard work schedules, quality requirements and build requirements in assigned work area.
• Use various tools provided in the work area to perform assembly duties and may include the use of lifting devices to move heavy components of weights of more than 35 lbs.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.
• Follow and utilize CPS principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement Idea Reporting, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work.
• Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Must meet deadlines.
• Have the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Be a contributing team member.
• Train new and develop existing employees.
• Be a liaison between team members and section managers.
• Be the first point of contact for questions related to employee job functions.
• Perform administrative functions and may be accountable for daily team PQVC metric boards.
• May provide input on schedule/build adjustments
• May communicate with cross-functional leaders.
• Rely on independent decision-making and problem-solving to complete job tasks.
• Communicate potential build schedule, inventory or manpower issues and solutions to section manager.

Physical Requirements (with Or Without Reasonable Accommodation)

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Basic Qualifications

• Previous Assembly experience

Top Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.

Summary Pay Range

$25.10 - $31.35

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

September 24, 2026 - October 1, 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.