Team Lead - Reactive Quality - 3rd shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Paint Team Lead in Sanford, NC to oversee paint team operations, ensure adherence to procedures, quality standards, and build requirements. You will train staff and coordinate cross-functional communication to maintain smooth production flow.

The role requires prior paint experience and leadership ability, with a focus on meeting deadlines, multitasking, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Company offers Day ONE benefits and quarterly bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Previous Paint experience.
• Previous leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 lifting devices to move heavy components (>35 lbs).
• 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Paint experience

Team coordination

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.

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 a Paint 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 Paint experience

Top Qualifications:

• Previous leadership experience

Additional Information:

Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. 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.

Final details

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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:

October 16, 2026 - October 23, 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.