**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. **Job Title:** Logistics Team Leader - Afternoons 4 day week **Salary:** £33,892 rising to £37,568 when role objectives are reached + 20% shift premium **Contract** : Full time & permanent **Hours:** Full Time - 37.50 16:30 – 02:30 **Location:** Desford, Leicestershire **The Opportunity:** As a **Team Leader** in Logistics, you motivate our employees who on our production line that build our world class products. You proactively ensure resources are used effectively to meet targets while maintaining highest safety standards. **What you will do:** As a **Team Leader** , you are accountable for, but not limited to: + Lead the team to meet the daily goals and continually monitor and audit Health and Safety, People, Quality, Velocity and Cost metrics within your span of control as per business goals. + Champion safe working practices and undertake training and further learning. + Generate and work on Continuous Improvement ideas for your assigned area using the Continuous Improvement (CI) process and maintain the skills matrix for the team to 100% versatility, ensure standard work is updated. + Participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) for Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost within your team operation. **NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.** **What You Can Demonstrate:** + **People:** Coach, motivate, evaluate, and recognise employees. Understanding the skills and experience of the team to highlight gaps and/or training/development needs and builds high performing teams. + **Logistics Operations:** Possess a good understanding of Logistics practices and knowledge of material systems + **Safety** : Proactive in managing safety standards and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Foster psychological safety and team engagement, ensuring open communication and collaboration across diverse groups. + **Process Improvement:** Evaluates logistics methods and maintains focus, with team input, on promoting the continuous improvement of processes and products utilising lean, Six Sigma and drive innovation. **Top Candidates will have:** + A current Forklift Truck license + BSC Certificate in Risk Assessment Level 2 + Relevant National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level 2/higher or equivalent Onsite face to face interviews wc **21 April** **Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.** **What You Will Get** **One Company, Limitless Opportunities** Caterpillar 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. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count. **Our Sustainability Commitment** Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build. **Benefits:** 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, Bonus, 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, EV car lease etc **Posting Dates:** July 4, 2025 - July 18, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .