Full Job Description
The Cell Manager - manages the Cell crews associated with machining, fabricating, finishing and assembling composite tooling, metallic tooling or production parts. This includes: lay-up, vacuum compaction, infusions, tabbing, cures, assemblies, finishing, metrology, milling and shipping preparation of fibrous composite materials. Also included will be the timely completion of complicated assemblies and the manufacture of Production Parts in an AS9100 Certified Facility. Commitment to Quality and efficiency is required. Strong people management skills and the ability to communicate across multiple organizational boundaries and disciplines are critical, including management of up to 50 personnel on multiple shifts.
The incumbent must appreciate the importance of regular training and constant learning and have the ability to extend that desire to employees.
The incumbent shall maintain a positive attitude that leads by example and emphasizes goals and expectations utilizing a variety of management techniques such as positive reinforcement and constructive criticism.
The following essential job functions are performed as a Cell Manager:
31 Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in a manufacturing cell32 Manages the various components of production in accordance with Customer Specifications and Requirements.33 Maintains heightened awareness of the project schedule for each project as it moves through the value stream in order to meet key project deadlines and budget performance34 Anticipates and mitigates obstacles in production cycle35 Estimates production times, and staffing requirements to provide information for management decisions36 Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow; ensures adequate resources are available to complete assigned tasks37 Identifies areas for improvement among cell members and implements on the job and cross training accordingly to create a more capable and homogenous team38 Ensures the processes and procedures are executed in accordance with project management guidelines 39 Works with Project Managers and Manufacturing Engineers to identify and mitigate risk in the production process3A Takes responsibility for the cleanliness and organization of the work cell to 5S standards and JI Safety Standards3B Performs on the job training, AS9100, Nadcap training and other training as required 3C Takes responsibility for maintaining tool inventory and availability within the cell and ensures accountability from individual employees3D Ensures WO's and proper quantities of materials, components, and tools are available before a project begins3E Prepares and provides reports for operations management through passdowns and using SAP.3F Recognizes when direction/plans are not clear within the cell, and resolve the issues40 Assigns metrology and other critical resource tasks41 Ensures documentation of processes accomplished by work cell is complete, accurate, and timely including part tagging and routing
Qualifications
US Person Status may be required due to access to sensitive data and our coverage under EAR and ITAR regulations
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Must have 3-5 years specialized training after high school or equivalent on-the-job training particular to job description
Must have 1-3 years actual related job experience
Will require various Clean Room Certifications, which can be qualified with on-the-job training.
Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Composite experience preferred.
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