**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. As a Team Leader you will lead and co-ordinate a multi-disciplinary Logistics team within the Building Constructions Products Division. The Team Leader is the important link between the Section Manager and Team Members. **Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:** + Reinforce our Values in Action following People Quality Velocity Cost + Be able to continually monitor audits of stock daily + Lead, motivate, support, evaluate and recognise employees. + Adhere to the Company's Health and Safety policy and safe working practices and report appropriately. + Undertake training and further learning as required for the Team Leader position and the BCP Safety Recipe. + Communicate across departments to ensure a smooth workflow. + Proactively review daily operations to ensure production targets and forecasts are achieved. + Evaluate production methods and maintains focus, with team input, on promoting the continuous improvement of processes and products utilising lean, Six Sigma and drive innovation. **The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.** **Required Qualifications:** + Initiative and strong communication, interpersonal and organization skills + Cost reduction system experience- + Experience of the Built In Quality process, reporting defects, root cause analysis. + Experience of safety/quality auditing, Hazard Observation Process, Standard work, Inventory, Risk Assessment and Packaging Standards + Possess a good understanding of Logistics practices and knowledge of material systems + Experience leading a team within Logistics environment **Desired Qualifications:** + Previous supervisory experience + A current Forklift Truck license + BSC Certificate in Risk Assessment Level 2 + Relevant National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level 2/higher or equivalent **Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.** **Job Title:** Team Leader - Logistics (Afternoons) **Contract** : Permanent **Salary:** £33,800 rising to £37,500 once fully competent **Benefits:** 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans. **Location** : Desford, Leicestershire **Hours:** 37.5 afternoons- Mon-Thu 3.30pm-12.15am and Fri 11.15am-3.45pm **Travel:** Not required with this role **Closing Date:** 20th November **Job Reference:** R0000280792 **What You Will Get** The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on the skills they have by working with a variety of different functional areas, allowing them to develop their understanding of the wider business requirements. Becoming a member of a skilled, diverse and inclusive team that will provide a good foundation for future career development within Caterpillar. To apply for this position Log onto Cat @ Work ( https://catatwork.cat.com ) > Career & Learning > Find Jobs > Search and apply for jobs > paste the job number from then advert into the search box and then follow the application process. Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.K. which can be found through our employment website www.Caterpillar.com/careers . **Posting Dates:** Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .