Cell Leader - 1st Shift

New Flyer•Shepherdsville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cell Leader - 1st Shift At New Flyer, we are dedicated to delivering top-quality transit solutions that promote sustainable mobility. As a Cell Leader for the 1st Shift, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the production team's effectiveness and safety within our manufacturing environment. Your leadership will inspire team collaboration, ensure adherence to production standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement. You will directly contribute to our mission of providing cutting-edge transit solutions by managing day-to-day operations in the cell. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor team members, cultivating a strong sense of collaboration and accountability. Ensure all safety guidelines are followed and conduct regular safety audits to foster a safe working environment. Implement and sustain lean manufacturing principles, driving efficiencies and best practices across production operations. Manage quality control processes by conducting self-inspections and collaborating with team members to maintain high-quality output. Conduct daily production meetings to assess progress, identify challenges, and strategize on solutions to meet production goals. Oversee personnel management, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations, while maintaining accurate attendance and documentation. Collaborate with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, and HR to address operational challenges and support a seamless workflow. Support adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement to maintain positive labor relations within the team. Requirements Qualifications: 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive or transit bus sector. Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and retain a diverse workforce. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, necessary for effective team interaction and reporting. Strong understanding of lean manufacturing practices and experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ability to analyze production metrics and utilize data-driven decision-making to enhance operational performance. Proficient in standard computer applications and manufacturing software tools. Able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment while managing multiple priorities effectively. Knowledge of and familiarity with the Collective Bargaining Agreement is considered an asset. Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Requirements

3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive or transit bus sector.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and retain a diverse workforce.
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, necessary for effective team interaction and reporting.
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing practices and experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Ability to analyze production metrics and utilize data-driven decision-making to enhance operational performance.
Proficient in standard computer applications and manufacturing software tools.
Able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and familiarity with the Collective Bargaining Agreement is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor team members, cultivating a strong sense of collaboration and accountability.
Ensure all safety guidelines are followed and conduct regular safety audits to foster a safe working environment.
Implement and sustain lean manufacturing principles, driving efficiencies and best practices across production operations.
Manage quality control processes by conducting self-inspections and collaborating with team members to maintain high-quality output.
Conduct daily production meetings to assess progress, identify challenges, and strategize on solutions to meet production goals.
Oversee personnel management, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations, while maintaining accurate attendance and documentation.
Collaborate with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, and HR to address operational challenges and support a seamless workflow.
Support adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement to maintain positive labor relations within the team.