Lean Manufacturing Cell Leader

JLG Ind.•McConnellsburg, PA

23h

About The Position

Are you the coach who turns good teams into great ones? If you thrive on unlocking performance, solving tough problems at the source, and building a zero-defect mindset, this role is for you. As our Lean Manufacturing Cell Leader, you’ll own a second-shift production area—driving safety, quality, flow, and continuous improvement every step of the way. Work hours : Monday–Thursday, 7:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m.; overtime as business needs arise. The challenge Picture this: an urgent customer need, a tight window, and a complex assembly. You quickly verify the cell is set—tools kitted, materials staged, standards visible. You assign work, reinforce safe behaviors, and then tackle a bottleneck with a quick root-cause huddle. By shift end, output meets plan, defects are down, and a new standard is posted.

Requirements

1+ year leading teams in a manufacturing or production setting.
Project planning/organization strength; clear communication; sharp problem-solving.
Hands-on technical support ability on the line.
Working knowledge of CFM, pull systems, Kaizen, Poke‑yoke/Poka‑yoke, Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, Just-in-Time, time standards, ergonomics, EHS, ISO 9000, computer literacy, and assembly manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

BS in Operations Management or related field preferred.
Team Coordinator Assessment a plus.
Lean/Six Sigma or Project Management certifications preferred.
Lotus Notes email and JDE experience helpful; you’ll be expected to attain proficiency within three months.
Completion of Team and Continuous Improvement Training (or commitment to complete upon hire).

Responsibilities

Front-line leadership for manufacturing processes—coaching Team Members and serving as the go-to problem solver.
Strict adherence to safety and housekeeping practices; build a culture where safe work is nonnegotiable.
Output and quality—achieve maximum production without sacrificing standards.
Task assignment and crew balancing for cost-effective, productive execution.
Availability of the right tools, fixtures, and materials at the right time.
Training, daily feedback, and periodic performance appraisals to grow capability.
Small-group continuous improvement and Kaizen events delivering measurable results.
Accurate, complete documentation of cell performance.
Define optimal processes for existing and new products—methods, standards, equipment, tooling, flow, and facilities.
Lead root-cause analysis; engage Manufacturing Engineering and other partners to implement durable fixes quickly.
Continuously scan for improvement opportunities; create analyses, layouts, and cost comparisons to justify change.
Audit and refine standards to strengthen data integrity.
Ensure compliance with MPS, WPS, Router Documentation & Work Instructions, ISO standards, JLG Quality System Procedures, and EHS requirements.
Drive corrective actions for quality risks; modify machines, processes, materials, or assembly as needed.
Enhance inspection strategies to improve finished product quality and reduce cost.
Investigate defects and recommend updates to product or quality standards where warranted.
Advise Materials Management on technical aspects of purchasing and help qualify new sources.
Contribute to strategic manufacturing planning.
Other duties as assigned.