Manufacturing Cell Lead - Lean & Continuous Improvement

The Timken Company; Honea Path (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Timken Company in Honea Path, SC seeks a Manufacturing Cell Lead to oversee one or more production cells, driving output and 100% quality through standard work and 5S practices. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and hands-on leadership.

You will train team members, monitor KPIs, collaborate with Engineering and Quality Assurance, and ensure safety and housekeeping while following control plans and gaging techniques.

Qualifications

• Leadership and communication skills are essential in coordinating multiple team members.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts (5S, standard work, problem solving) is preferred.
• Willingness to train and develop cell members for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more manufacturing cells while maintaining output and 100% quality goals.
• Assist in constructing and tracking appropriate Key Process Indicators relative to the product line goals.
• Focus on Continuous Improvement which includes standard work, setup and changeover efficiencies and 5S.
• Perform periodic tasks as specified by standard work instructions.
• Certified to perform all operations within the cell including set-ups.
• Relieve / substitute as necessary for cell members to maintain output for cell.
• Train and certify all cell team members.
• Track cell performance indicators and execute cell help-chain as necessary.
• Maintain cell visual management communication boards.
• Lead team members to work safely and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems by use of control plans, SPC, and proper gaging techniques.
• Facilitate a constant flow of communication within team and between shifts.
• Report team progress and individual team member needs to the Department Supervisor.
• Work with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Production Control to understand team objectives and customer requirements.
• Promote a positive team work environment.
• Maintain knowledge of current quality and safety system(s) and other regulatory compliance related to this position.

Skills

Leadership

Team communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in technical field

Job description

The Timken Company in Honea Path, SC seeks a Manufacturing Cell Lead to oversee one or more production cells, driving output and 100% quality through standard work and 5S practices. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and hands-on leadership.

You will train team members, monitor KPIs, collaborate with Engineering and Quality Assurance, and ensure safety and housekeeping while following control plans and gaging techniques.