Cell Leader
$104,600–$104,600 year
On-siteRichmond, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Execute end-to-end Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals for the generator cell while managing repair operations, human and capital resources, and Lean change initiatives. Lead "wing-to-wing" scheduling, material flow, and labor allocation to meet customer commitments, oversee winding and test-and-balance activities, and drive root-cause analysis for technical and personnel issues. Select, train, and develop a diverse team of salaried and hourly employees while serving as the primary liaison between internal support functions and external vendors. Develop cell-wide strategy aligned with broader business objectives and master production scheduling. Bachelor's degree in STEM or equivalent experience required; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or Business discipline from an accredited university
- High School diploma/GED with 10+ years of relevant and progressive heavy industrial manufacturing experience
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in manufacturing operations, production management, or engineering roles
- Demonstrated experience in a people-leading role (direct or indirect reports)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent quality certification)
- Ability to analyze complex data sets to drive business decisions
- Strong knowledge of standard cost systems and production/inventory control
- Knowledge of generator disciplines
- Knowledge of repair operations
- Excellent interpersonal, influence, and oral/written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple, high-priority tasks under tight deadlines
- Strong continuous improvement, problem-solving, and organizational mindset with a high level of attention to detail
- Demonstrates and develops behaviors consistent with Innovation, Lean, Customers, One Team, and being Accountable
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must successfully complete a drug screen (as applicable)
Desired Qualifications
- 10+ years of relevant and progressive heavy industrial manufacturing experience
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