Senior Cell Leader (Aerospace Industry)

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate production team engaged in machining/assembly of precision and complex parts to meet schedules for the various operations supporting customer requirements.
• Lead and support employee development through selection/talent acquisition, performance management, training/development and coaching/mentoring of cell associates in alignment with business goals and objectives. Recognizes and rewards employees for their efforts to drive results.
• Maintain a safe, organised and clean work environment by setting and driving 6S standard.
• Manage daily production, capacity planning and machine optimisation.
• Support and participate in Lean/Kaizen initiatives.
• Communicate, coordinate and interface with other cells for parts process flow & resolving problems in timely manner.
• Proper and accurate updating of ERP system (Syteline).
• Responsible for respective consumable spending, delivery metrics, capacity planning, risk
  assessment, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE).
• Conduct routine cell and tool box meetings with effectively.
• Responsible for maintaining a motivated and disciplined workforce and promote a positive working environment to improve employee morale.
• Provide direction and guidance to cell associates and their activities for assigned area/shift. Coordinate with cross functional teams in resolution of any issue that may impact production/quality.
• Identify opportunities for production efficiency improvement and reduction in waste.
• Build partnership and work collaboratively with others to meet shared goals and objectives.
• Build strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals, for example clear, concise and professional in communication, listening with interest with what others have to say.
• Responsible for management and resolution of Cell associates’ grievances and disciplinary issues in a timely, fair and consistent manner.
• Manage attendance, leave schedule, overtime and conduct annual performance review for cell associates. Organize and schedule overtime to ensure that it is within the statutory limit.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 to 7 years of production/operations experience in a manufacturing environment
• At least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity managing a team of technicians
• Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively with support groups and other departments.
• Strong attention to details and ability to multitask, hands on and manage tight deadlines
• Possess strong interpersonal, communication, analytical & planning skills.
• Highly motivated and able to work in a team and in a dynamic environment
• Acts with integrity and the highest ethical behaviour.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiar with Lean manufacturing methodology.
• Good understanding of machining and metal fabrication processes.
• Previous experience in CNC machining and CNC programming is an added advantage
• Able to work in rotating shifts if required.

Education Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline