**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. The **Team Lead II** in the Quality Department at **Caterpillar in Victoria, Texas** assists in coordinating and directing work activities while adhering to Caterpillar’s core values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment, and sustainability. The Team Lead II is a developmental role designed for readying team leads for future management assignments and is responsible for helping the team be successful at meeting safety requirements, as well as quality, velocity, and productivity goals. **All employees will be required to:** + Work directly with Quality Analyst in support of BIQ health + Work independently and step in as leader during absence of Section Manager + Lead, initiate, support and sustain change as directed + Monitor department to ensure employees are working safely at all times and using necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) + Coordinate and sequence work assignments within the department to ensure a smooth flow and optimum efficiency of production + Issue daily instructions and details to employees to satisfy the needs and requirements of the daily build as directed + Direct and/or oversee cleanup activities of the department + Work with specific employees on nonconformance issues or quality-related matters + Assist in monitoring of employees’ job performance and provide input for performance appraisals + Assist in the training of employees on processes and procedures + Adhere to our core values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability + Rotate assignments every quarter **Qualifications:** + Minimum of 1 year of experience leading a team + Thorough understanding of production processes and requirements + Demonstrates ability to train others and solve problems + Proficient computer skills + Strong leadership and communication skills + Demonstrates adaptability and the ability to learn new processes quickly + Ability to positively influence and motivate a team through a strong commitment to Our Values in Action **Top candidates will have:** + Experience as a Team Lead in a manufacturing environment + Strong understanding of quality management systems **Physical Requirements**  (with or without reasonable accommodation): + Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, and ability to perform repetitive operations Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. + Ability to climb up and down ladders and use floor creepers, and work on top of machines in process. **Being a member of our team is rewarding!** + Total Rewards Package available from DAY ONE includes: + Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage + Health savings account (HSA) + Flexible Spending Accounts + Short and long term disability coverage + Life Insurance + Healthy Lifestyle Program + Employee Assistance Programs + 401K with 6% company match + Annual 401K employer contribution of 3%-5% **Additional Information** + Work location: Victoria, TX + Shift: 1st Shift - Full Time + Hours: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm, may be required to work overtime + **Starting pay rate: $22.70/hr** **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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers. **Summary Pay Range:** $22.70 - $29.50 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:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . **Posting Dates:** February 4, 2025 - February 19, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .