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CTL Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift
full-timeUnited States

Summary

Location

United States

Type

full-time

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About this role

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)

  • 3rd Shift: Sunday night-Friday morning 10:15 PM - 6:15 AM, Overtime as business needs require

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 which 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

  • 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

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:

January 23, 2026 - February 8, 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.

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Other facts

Tech stack
Assembly Procedures,Quality Requirements,Team Leadership,Training,Problem Solving,Communication,Multitasking,Prioritization,Continuous Improvement,Waste Elimination,Standard Work,Administrative Functions,Decision Making,Lifting Heavy Components,Time Management,Collaboration

About Caterpillar Inc.

For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, 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.

Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1925

What you'll do

  • As an Assembly Team Lead, you will oversee assembly procedures and ensure quality requirements are met. You will also train new employees and act as a liaison between team members and section managers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a CTL Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift do at Caterpillar Inc.?

As a CTL Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift at Caterpillar Inc., you will: as an Assembly Team Lead, you will oversee assembly procedures and ensure quality requirements are met. You will also train new employees and act as a liaison between team members and section managers..

Why join Caterpillar Inc. as a CTL Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift?

Caterpillar Inc. is a leading Machinery Manufacturing company.

Is the CTL Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift position at Caterpillar Inc. remote?

The CTL Assembly Team Lead - 3rd Shift position at Caterpillar Inc. is based in United States, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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