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Company Profile With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents— including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil— JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors. At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity. At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality. Position Purpose The Manufacturing Quality Team Leader leads and supports the quality inspectors for the manufacturing team to achieve safety, quality and delivery targets while promoting continuous improvement and team development. Position Type Full Time, FLSA Non-Exempt Location 13210 Palo Alto Rd., San Antonio, TX 78224 Benefits and Other Compensation JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays. Application Process Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on October 14, 2026. Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
Lead and supervise a team to meet daily quality and manufacturing targets Ensure work is completed safely and in line with company procedures Monitor quality, productivity and performance Allocate work and manage priorities to meet schedules Coach, support and develop team members Conduct team briefings, handovers and communications Identify and escalate safety, quality or equipment issues Support continuous improvement and problem‑solving activities Complete basic people and production administration Collaborate with other Team Leaders, Supervisors and Managers
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment Has experience working in a welding environment Has GD&T knowledge Experience in a quality team Ability to supervise or lead others Strong commitment to safety and quality Good communication and organisational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Previous Team Leader or supervisory experience Experience managing quality or manufacturing teams Has weld / fabrication background Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
People leadership and coaching skills Operational decision‑making ability Strong communication and teamwork Organized, proactive and results‑focused mindset
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.
Job Conditions
Manufacturing / weld environment Subject to noise and temperature changes
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
Stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Equal Opportunity Employer JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED. Reasonable Accommodation Statement JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at [email protected]. JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers. Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
