Cell Leader- 1st Shift

New Flyer; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Benefits

Paid holidays

401K

Training

Advancement

Electrification project

Job summary

New Flyer in Minnesota is seeking a Cell Leader for the 1st Shift to guide a dedicated manufacturing team in producing transit buses. You will drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while fostering teamwork and accountability across the cell.

Responsibilities include championing safety, applying lean principles, overseeing quality, leading daily stand-ups, managing staffing and training, coordinating with QA, Engineering and HR, and supporting union processes under the Collective

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for cross-department collaboration.
• Lean manufacturing methodologies and quality management systems knowledge.
• Experience using production metrics and data to drive decisions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Familiarity with Collective Bargaining Agreement processes is a plus.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated cell and supervise shift operations to meet production goals.
• Champion safety by enforcing regulations and conducting trainings.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and support OPEX initiatives.
• Oversee quality control and first-time quality adherence within the cell.
• Conduct daily stand-up meetings to review goals and plans.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, overtime, and training initiatives.
• Manage documentation on performance and attendance with confidentiality.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Engineering and HR to address challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Quality management

Production metrics

Data-driven decisions

Computer skills

Team development

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

As a Cell Leader for the 1st Shift at New Flyer, you will be responsible for leading a dedicated team in the manufacturing process of our high-quality transit buses. Your role is essential to maintaining production efficiency, ensuring safety measures are followed, and driving our continuous improvement initiatives. You will foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion safety within the cell by enforcing regulations, conducting safety training, and leading by example to create a culture of awareness.
• Implement and uphold lean manufacturing principles, conducting regular reviews and audits to support ongoing OPEX initiatives and drive efficiency.
• Oversee quality control processes within the cell, ensuring that team members conduct self-inspections and adhere to standards for first-time quality.
• Conduct daily stand-up meetings to review production goals, address challenges, and collaboratively develop action plans to meet targets.
• Coordinate the management of personnel to ensure optimal staffing levels, including scheduling shifts, managing overtime, and supporting employee training initiatives.
• Manage documentation for employee performance, attendance, and reviews while upholding confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Promote a collaborative atmosphere by working closely with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, and HR to address any operational challenges.
• Actively support the administration and compliance of the Collective Bargaining Agreement in all departmental operations.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive or transit bus industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, necessary for effective team and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing methodologies and quality management systems.
• Experience in managing production metrics and using data to drive decision-making.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Familiarity with the Collective Bargaining Agreement processes is an asset.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and manufacturing software applications.

Benefits

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• Salary range $75,000 to $89,000 per year
• Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• On-the-job training provided in a continuous learning environment
• Advancement opportunities with a growing company
• Apart of a team who is leading the world's electrification of mass mobility