Cell Leader (Onsite)
About The Position
RTX’s Pratt & Whitney is seeking a motivated Cell Leader for its Cold Section Module Center (CSMC) team. The role leads skilled employees in a dynamic manufacturing environment, drives continuous improvement, and supports operational excellence across safety, quality, production, and cost objectives. The Cell Leader fosters a collaborative and productive work environment while using established systems and processes to improve performance and meet customer requirements. The role is onsite in Middletown, Connecticut, and requires U.S. citizenship because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years of experience in engineering, manufacturing operations, quality, or a related field; or an associate degree and 7 or more years of relevant experience; or, without a degree, a high school diploma/GED and 9 or more years of relevant experience.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including proficiency in Excel.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with all levels of management and within a union environment.
- SAP user experience.
- Leadership experience in a manufacturing or shop environment.
- Knowledge and application of continuous improvement principles, such as lean manufacturing, CORE, or QCPC.
- Self-directed approach, ability to learn quickly, and focus on achieving results.
Responsibilities
- Provide direction and guidance to skilled bargaining unit employees.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives and continuous improvement efforts aligned with organizational objectives.
- Drive sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through established systems and processes.
- Perform daily supervisory responsibilities, including managing attendance, approving timecards, and overseeing project execution.
- Establish and maintain work schedules based on customer requirements, resource availability, and operational priorities.
- Facilitate team-building activities and toolbox meetings, and foster effective communication to develop a cohesive and responsive team.
- Address operational challenges and engage employees in achieving cell performance goals.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer satisfaction by leveraging CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) operating systems.
- Promote and uphold a commitment to safety, quality, and environmental health standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to position level, collective-bargaining coverage, and program conditions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
