Cell Lead

Amphenol Borisch Technologies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, and prescription

Generous 401(k) match

Paid holidays and PTO

Gym and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Amphenol Borisch Technologies, based in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Cell Lead to supervise the Surface Mount cell and support the Production Supervisor in achieving full capacity. You will share knowledge, lead stand-ups, and collect data to drive daily improvements.

You will train new team members, monitor schedules, ensure safety, and apply lean tools to optimize labor and process flow. This role requires English reading proficiency and hands-on capability with small tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ year manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• LEAN certification preferred.
• Experience in Electronics assembly.
• Ability to read and understand written work instructions in English.
• Acute dexterity with small hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to view small objects through a microscope.
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach.
• Lift up to 30-35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership support to Cell team members in Surface Mount.
• Facilitate daily stand-up meetings to review schedules and on-time production.
• Notify area Supervisors when production schedules will not be met.
• Provide on-the-job training to new team members or learners.
• Process team member time sheets weekly for accuracy.
• Communicate training requirements and ensure completion.
• Ensure Lean Tools and Philosophies are properly utilized (Scheduling Tools, Standard Work, Time Studies, Test/Source Data Sheets, Material Bins, Cell Metrics).
• Share and allocate labor within the cell and with other cells as needed.
• Ensure team has tools, WI, and training; report inaccuracies and shortages.
• Assist Supervisors in writing annual performance reviews.
• Ensure employee safety in emergencies; follow safety procedures.
• Maintain 5S within the Cell.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

English comprehension

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Small hand tools

Electronics assembly experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

LEAN certification

Tools

Microscope operation

Job description

The Cell Lead assists the Production Supervisor to provide supervision to the Cell. The Cell Lead shares knowledge, experience and support to the team. The Cell Lead helps ensure production is running at full capacity in the Cell. In addition, the Cell Lead is responsible to collect the data and facilitate daily stand-up meetings with the team.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide leadership support to Cell team members in Surface Mount
• Facilitate daily stand-up meetings with team members to review production schedules and on-time production
• Notify area Supervisors when production schedules will not be met.
• Provide on-the-job-training to new team members or team members learning a new process.
• Process team member time sheets every week to ensure they are complete and correct
• Communicate training requirements to team members. Ensure they complete required training.
• Ensure Implemented Lean Tools and Philosophies are properly utilized
• Scheduling Tools
• Standard Work
• Time Studies/Labor Cards
• Test/Source Data Sheets
• Material Bins
• Cell Metrics
• Share and allocate labor within the cell and with other cells based on daily production needs.
• Ensure team members have appropriate tools, equipment, work instructions and training to complete their jobs. Report Traveler/WI Inaccuracies. Report shortages, including inaccurate information.
• Assist area Supervisors write and distribute annual team member performance reviews.
• Ensure the safety of employees in emergency situations; follow medical and safety procedures established by the Company.
• Ensure 5s procedures are followed within the Cell.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1+ Year of manufacturing leadership experience, preferred
• LEAN certification, preferred
• Experience in Electronics assembly
• Ability to read and understand written work instructions in English
• Acute dexterity of fingers and hands and the ability to use small hand tools
• Keen attention to detail and quality
• Ability to easily see small objects through a microscope
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to lift up to 30-35 pounds

About Our Company

Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is an industry leader in providing high-reliability electronic systems for Aerospace and Defense companies across the globe. ABT is focused on expanding the company’s industry presence by providing customers with superior quality and service combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities. ABT is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario.

Benefits We Offer

At Amphenol Borisch Technologies, we provide a wide range of benefits for our permanent full-time employees. Highlights include:

United States

• Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off
• Full Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous 401(k) match
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Company-Paid Short Term Disability

Canada

• Full benefits package
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Pension plan
• Paid parental leave

Amphenol Borisch Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.