Team Lead (3rd Shift)

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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution.

Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is seeking talented Team Lead (3rd Shift) at our Miami Lakes Distribution Center.

Additional Information:  

• 3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday morning 10:30pm- 7:00am

• Hourly rate begins at $20.60/hour

• Location: Miami Lakes Distribution Center. 15550 NW 59 Avenue, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

• Relocation is not offered for this position

What You Will Do:  

As a Team Lead (3rd Shift) you will assist the Section Manager in leading Team members, coordinating and delegating workflow and overseeing day-to-day operation of area; while promoting cooperative team relationships, establishing and modifying priorities, gathering metrics, generating reports, overseeing work for multiple job classifications.  Occasionally performing various warehousing functions at a Caterpillar warehouse/distribution facility.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

•Coordinate with logistics and external carriers to set up expedited shipments

•Interface with customer and coordinate voice of customer to logistics team to improve processes

•Lead meetings with multifunctional team to track performance and drive results

•Oversee management of zones through targeting aged inventory, leading reconciliation and investigating root cause

•Regularly lead problem-solving events to drive continuous improvement

•Accountable for tracking quality metrics and meeting Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost goals

•Lead investigations on customer reported defects, including internal logistics customers

•Occasionally utilizing heavy equipment, reach trucks, sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes

•Occasionally perform material handling and warehousing functions as required

•Work independently with minimal supervision

•Ability to work OT when required

•Lead team meetings guiding daily priorities and change management

•Demonstrating safety excellence and enforcing safety policies and procedures

•Continuously managing training matrix to ensure team flexibility

Essential Job Functions:

•Occasionally lift parts up to 35 pounds individually or 70 pound as team lift

•Occasional bending, reaching and squatting while performing tasks

•Consistent usage of required PPE for task being performed

•Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures

•Standing and/or sitting at a desk while performing tasks

Basic and/or Desired Qualifications may include, but are not limited to:

•Excellent written and verbal communications skills 

•Demonstrated proficiency in mathematical and analytical skills 

•Working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point, and Access

•Good attendance record

•Ability to maintain accurate and complete records

Top candidates will also have:

•Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or logistics operation

•Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing experience

Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

What You Will Get: 

• Starting wage is $20.60/hour. Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half (some may be mandatory). 
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting day 1.
• 6% company match for 401k.
• Annual increases, based on your performance evaluation.
• Annual bonus potential based on personal and company performance.
• Time Off (Vacation & PTO) and Paid Holidays. 
• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.
• College tuition assistance program available after 1 year employment.
• A safety focused workplace.
• Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Caterpillar.  

   

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar: 

Background Screening 

Drug Screening 

Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical 

  

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. 

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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.  

Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters. Apply now! 

Caterpillar is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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:

$20.60 - $26.70

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:

July 24, 2026 - July 31, 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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