Paint Team Lead – 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Brazil; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Quarterly bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a Team Lead in the Paint department to oversee loading and unloading of components and ensure correct sequencing of paint structures for assembly. You will coordinate with fabrication leadership to prioritize work and uphold operator safety at stations.

The role requires ability to lift up to 35 lbs, read blueprints, and perform repetitive tasks. First shift with overtime as needed; competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Paint processing experience or related certificate/degree required.
• Experience with topcoat, prime coat and electrostatic paint.
• Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive operations.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Top candidates will have powder coat experience, supervisory history, and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the loading and unloading of components in the Paint department.
• Ensure correct sequencing of paint structures to support assembly operations.
• Engage with fabrication leadership to prioritize structures.
• Maintain operator safety at loading/unloading stations.
• Seek to meet daily build goals through efficient line operation.

Skills

Paint processing experience

Topcoat, prime coat and electrostatic

Read blueprints / engineering drawings

Prolonged sitting or standing

Repetitive operations

Lift up to 35 lbs

Powder coat paint experience

Supervisory experience

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Paint related certificate or degree (trade school / technical degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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.

What you will do:

As a Team Lead in the Paint department, you will manage the loading and unloading of components. You are responsible for the correct sequencing of paint structures to support assembly operations. You will engage frequently with the fabrications leadership group to ensure structures are prioritized. You will be responsible for operator safety at the loading and unloading stations. You are accountable for efficient loading and unloading of the lines to meet daily build goals.

What you have:

• Equipment paint processing experience OR a paint related certificate or degree (trade school / technical degree)
• Experience in topcoat, prime coat and electrostatic paint
• Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Top candidates will also have:
  • One year of powder coat paint experience
  • Prior team lead or supervisory experience
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

What you will get:

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 (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) paid holidays, paid time off and paid training that begin on day one of employment! 1st Shift: Starting Pay Rate: $25.10/hour Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM **Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs**

Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review.

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.

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

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.

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.