Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
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Skills: Leadership, Material Handling Equipment Operation, SAP, Mach 1, Lean Principles
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$65/hr–$73/hr
Overview Kurita America is part of the Kurita Group, one of the leading water solutions providers in the world. Established in 1949, the Kurita Group is comprised of an international network of approximately 8000 employe…
Skills: Facilities Management, Preventive Maintenance, Vendor Management, Budget Management, OSHA Compliance
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$30/hr
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Skills: Shrink Wrapping, Paper Drilling, Padding, Kitting, Assembly
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide product range including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial ro…
Skills: Order Processing, Inventory Management, Freight Handling, Equipment Operation, Documentation
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$26/hr
Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to build…
Skills: Shipping And Receiving, Inventory Management, ERP Systems, International Shipping, Domestic Shipping
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$96k–$129k/yr
Working Location: Minnesota, Brooklyn Park Workplace Flexibility: Onsite For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. Every day, we live by our philosop…
Skills: Quality Engineering, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Sustaining Engineering, Post Market Surveillance
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$58k–$64k/yr
Nott Company has a strong and continuous commitment in providing high quality products and services to a variety of manufacturer customers and other industrial customers. We are currently looking for a Quality Assurance …
Skills: Quality Auditing, SOP Creation, Corrective and Preventive Action, PPAP, FMEA
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$24/hr
Overview About Cretex Medical Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection…
Skills: Machine Operation, Assembly, Visual Inspection, Dimensional Inspection, Troubleshooting
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
Description Company Overview Biomerics is a world-class manufacturer and innovative polymer solutions provider for the medical device and biotech industries. As a vertically integrated company, we specialize in designing…
Skills: Administrative Support, HR Coordination, Onboarding, Employee Communications, Data Entry
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
Overview About Cretex Medical Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection…
Skills: Team Leadership, Production Scheduling, Employee Mentoring, Process Improvement, ERP Systems
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, United States • On-site
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Lead material handling teams to safely and efficiently move materials to meet production schedules and PQVC goals. Coordinate daily production activities, maintain labor records, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflow.
Requires experience operating material handling equipment and at least 3 months of experience with SAP or Mach 1. Candidates should have intermediate computer skills and prior leadership experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
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.
Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. Grow your career with CAT today!
As a Material Handling Team Lead, you will provide leadership to the material handling work areas and facilitate continuous improvement to reach PQVC goals by leading teams to safely and efficiently move material to ensure customer satisfaction.
The position includes a total hourly compensation of $25.40/hr. Total compensation includes a base wage of $24.15/hr, plus an additional $1.25/hr shift differential, plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program. Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation, holiday, and Winter Holiday. 401K matching AND additional 2-5% annual company contribution to retirement.
Openings available on 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 02:00p.m.- 10:00p.m.
Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. All initial communication and status updates will be via email. Updates begin at requisition closure date.
Minimum of 6 months intermediate computer usage for tracking and communications
Experience driving material handling equipment (i.e. counterbalance, turret, reach, picker)
3 months minimum experience using SAP / Mach 1 or similar
Top Candidates will have prior leadership experiences
Job duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses and safety incidents
Provide coverage for team members absences and/or production fluctuation to support material handling for PQVC goals
Lead daily production (PQVC), which may include updating daily & weekly metric white boards, providing input on schedule adjustments, adjusting manpower within material handling teams, and participating in daily production dialogs with team and management.
Coordinate and prioritize work to meet production schedules
Electronically and manually maintain documentation for labor hour records, process work order and production documentation
Work with support functions to identify and resolve issues related to safety, quality, process and delivery checks, as well as issues related to equipment, fixture, tool, process, quality, delivery and product/layout changes to ensure daily production schedules are met.
Take initiative to identify, document, communicate and correct problems related to material handling, report discrepancies and recommend solutions
Coordinate continuous improvement to maintain and emphasize standard work by identifying, driving, and sustaining improvements.
Train and develop employees on job skills, problem solving and cross training. Provide recognition to employee contributions.
Support team People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) initiatives and daily activities.
Work and interact effectively in a team environment in alignment with our Code of Conduct and Values in Action.
Complete projects Work with limited supervision
May provide input to employee reviews.
Participate on special projects as needed.
Prior heavy manufacturing group experience
Leadership experience
Strong understanding of lean principles, quality systems and production processes.
Ability to read standard work and write continuous improvement cards
Ability to utilize computer/scanner for material movement transactions
Ability to read standard work, prints, and write continuous improvement cards
Ability to utilize computer for production transactions, metric tracking, and communications
Strong verbal/written communication skills with the ability to provide leadership and instruction to employees in a fast-paced production environment
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Lift up to 35 lbs frequently
Work at multiple height
Climb on material handling equipment
Sit or stand for a majority of the 8 hour shift with minimal breaks
Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices
Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees
Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting, and forward head and rotation of neck.
Work in tight spaces
Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, rotating
Use of fine motor skills
Limited exposure to welding fumes and noise levels of 85db or greater
Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists
Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures
Use of hand tools including band cutters and box cutter
Additional information:
Shift: 2nd Shift; 02:00p.m. - 10:00p.m.
Compensation: L03 (2WLP) + Shift Differential pay of $1.25/hr
No relocation benefits are available. All internal applicants should make their manager aware of their application. Candidates with current disciplinary action or in current role for less than 6 months are not eligible for consideration.
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.
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.
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