Cell Leader (Team Leader)

Stannah; Newsham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share Bonus

Holiday Buyback

Pension Scheme

Health Plan

Life Assurance

Long Service Award

Discount Rewards

Employee Assistance

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Stannah in Newcastle has a vacancy for a Cell Leader in the Manufacturing Department at Newburn. The role is a permanent contract, 36 hours per week Fri–Sun 06:00–18:30, leading a team in a fast-paced environment to hit safety, quality, delivery and cost targets.

Ideal candidates will have prior supervisory experience, a background in modern manufacturing, and knowledge of lean methods. Strong problem-solving and IT literacy are essential to interpret production data and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a modern manufacturing environment with supervising a team.
• Desirable: knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to coordinate and motivate a small to medium team.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily team briefings and training to build capability.
• Drive performance to meet safety, quality, delivery and cost targets.
• Manage staffing needs including absences and overtime planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Coach and support team members to foster a positive safety culture.

Skills

Team Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Supervision

Health & Safety

Problem Solving

Communication

Data Interpretation

IT Skills

Job description

• Business Division: Home Accessibility Manufacturing
• Employment Type : Permanent
• Referral Bonus: No

Company Description

Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company.Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings.We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.

Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business.The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, andhomelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services.

Job Description

Cell Leader Jobs in Newcastle at Stannah - Join Our Team!

Stannah have an exciting opportunity for aCell Leader to join the Manufacturing Department based at Newburn, Newcastle.

This job will involve coordinating daily shift activities, leading a team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and driving performance to achieve safety, quality, delivery and cost targets.

As the Cell Leader, you will 36 hours a week Friday to Sunday 06:00 to 18:30. This job is a permanent contract.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional looking to develop their leadership career within a successful and growing business.

To be successful as the Cell Leader, it is essential that you have previous experience in a modern manufacturing environment and supervising or leading a small to medium-sized team. Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities would be desirable.

Cell Leader Responsibilities:

• Lead daily team briefings and training initiatives to develop team capability and engagement.
• Drive team performance to achieve production targets across safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Manage staffing requirements, including absence cover, overtime planning and attendance administration.
• Work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and resolve production challenges.
• Coach, mentor and support team members while fostering a positive and safety-focused culture.
• Previous experience working within a modern manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading or supervising a small to medium-sized team.
• Strong understanding of health and safety principles and continuous improvement processes.
• Good organisational, communication, IT and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production data.

Additional Information

Benefits Include:

• Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
• Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave
• Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
• SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
• Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
• Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provision

#HA

Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect.Our employees are the heart of our business.

We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.

Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.