Mechanical Assembly Production Cell Leader

Celestica•Maple Grove, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Celestica Maple Grove is seeking a Mechanical Assembly (Dry Side) Operations Lead. This is a newly created position reporting to the Dry side Supervisor to enable future growth, development a deeper talent pool, provide increased support to Production employees, and ensure daily execution. A successful candidate will have experience in plastic injection molding, and mechanical assemblies. In addition to technical skills and a strong mechanical aptitude, a strong Lead is able to coach and develop peers, schedule production and continuous improvement activities, while taking on strategic projects. Over the next five years, Celestica Maple Grove’s Machine Shop will strive to be a domestic machining and mechanical assembly center of excellence for internal and external customers.

Requirements

Possesses foundation skills and appropriate technical / leadership skills.
Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to accurately perform tasks in the applications appropriate to the area e.g. : Word, Excel and Documentation control systems.
Four to five years of relevant experience.
High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience and a commitment towards further / additional education.

Nice To Haves

Experience in plastic injection molding
Experience in mechanical assemblies
Ability to coach and develop peers
Ability to schedule production and continuous improvement activities
Ability to take on strategic projects
Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Injection Molding, Mechanical Assembly
Knowledge of the following measuring tools: Micrometer, Caliper, Thread Gages/Pin Gages, Toolroom Scoop, Optical Comparator
Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations.
Knowledge and understanding of product quality and process flow.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
Ability to work effectively with team members and lead the team to high quality production within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Acts as lead and problem solver, balances personnel and facilitates the movement of product(s) through designated area of responsibility.
Monitors the conduct, performance and contribution of cell members.
Performs manual assembly, operation of automated assembly equipment, hand soldering, operation of automated test equipment, and inspection and repair of products.
Monitors quantity and quality output and leads production or prototype team to meet group goals.
Compiles data and generates reports on cell performance.
Update daily tier 1 board with production results.
Provide guidance to team and assist with trouble shooting production issues.
Assist in training new team members.
Assign jobs based on skill level of employee.
Verify operators are following work instructions, completing first piece and in process inspections.
Insure operators understand and are following all safety protocol and using proper PPE.