Cell Lead

About the position

The Cell Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing cell. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles, and the ability to motivate and manage a team to achieve production goals, quality standards, safety standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Observe all TWC's Safety rules and regulations.
• Observe all TWC's Employee Guidelines.
• Lead and manage a team of production workers within the cell, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
• Monitor and manage production schedules to meet customer demands and delivery deadlines.
• Ensure that APC's policies and procedures are being followed and completed.
• Follow Leader Standard work outline for all daily activities.
• Maintain Tier 1 meeting and board.
• Implement and sustain lean manufacturing practices, identify opportunities for process improvements, and participate in Kaizen events.
• Ensure shift to shift pass-down information is transferred effectively during cell shift change.
• Provide guidance for their work cell in the absence of the production supervisor and/or manager.
• Address and resolve production-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist the supervisor or manager with a variety of administrative, training, communication, and operations tasks for their work cell.
• Perform plant shut down and start up as required.
• Able to perform duties outside of established procedures with minimum supervision.
• Complete and certify training of Level I, II and III operators.
• Contact appropriate supervisor immediately upon any EHS near miss or incident.
• Contact appropriate supervisor for issues related to employee performance.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Skills: Problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills; proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools.

Nice-to-haves

• 3-5 years in manufacturing or related.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Mathematical skills.