Cell Production Leader: Coaching Quality & Kaizen

Torrey Holistics; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Liberty, MO seeks a Manufacturing Cell Supervisor to lead daily production, coach operators, uphold safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement on the line.

You will run pre-shift meetings, manage visual boards, perform 5S and safety audits, and coordinate with Maintenance/Quality to resolve issues while maintaining output targets. This hands-on role requires strong communication and a commitment to a safe, efficient workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background in manufacturing or production preferred.
• Experience as a Team Leader or similar role is a plus.
• Clear communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production activity and keep parts moving smoothly through the assigned area.
• Support operators with machine operation, work processes, and inspection checkpoints.
• Train, coach, and upskill team members on equipment, quality, safety, and standard work.
• Watch quality continuously; flag and communicate nonconforming parts immediately.
• Triage equipment issues; perform basic fixes and coordinate with Maintenance/Quality when escalation is required.
• Execute minor equipment corrections and submit/complete maintenance work orders.
• Respond to Andon calls and follow the escalation path to minimize downtime.
• Run pre-shift meetings to align on performance, safety, priorities, and open items.
• Keep visual management current—maintain boards so key information is visible.
• Conduct daily 5S and safety audits, including verification of guards and required PPE.
• Promote a clean, organized, and safe workplace.
• Drive continuous improvement; engage the team in problem-solving and Kaizen.
• Provide temporary production coverage when an operator steps off the line.
• Communicate production, staffing, quality, and downtime concerns to leadership.
• Model great attendance, strong work ethic, professionalism, teamwork, and positivity.

Skills

Team Leadership

Coaching

Problem Solving

5S

Kaizen

Andon

Quality Assurance

Safety Consciousness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Torrey Holistics in Liberty, MO seeks a Manufacturing Cell Supervisor to lead daily production, coach operators, uphold safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement on the line.

You will run pre-shift meetings, manage visual boards, perform 5S and safety audits, and coordinate with Maintenance/Quality to resolve issues while maintaining output targets. This hands-on role requires strong communication and a commitment to a safe, efficient workplace.