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$75k – $89k per year
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In office
Seniority
Staff
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Full-Time
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New Flyer is a Winnipeg-based manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses, building the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE lines in clean diesel, hybrid, CNG, trolley, battery-electric and fuel cell-electric versions. Founded in 1930 and now a subsidiary of NFI Group, it is the largest transit bus maker in North America, supports more than 35,000 buses operated by about 500 agencies and has delivered over 1,900 zero-emission buses. Its plants in Canada and the US hire assembly and electrical technicians, welders, painters, material handlers and production workers across shifts, as well as manufacturing, industrial and quality engineers.
As a Cell Leader for the 1st Shift at New Flyer, you will be responsible for leading a dedicated team in the manufacturing process of our high-quality transit buses. Your role is essential to maintaining production efficiency, ensuring safety measures are followed, and driving our continuous improvement initiatives. You will foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Champion safety within the cell by enforcing regulations, conducting safety training, and leading by example to create a culture of awareness.
- Implement and uphold lean manufacturing principles, conducting regular reviews and audits to support ongoing OPEX initiatives and drive efficiency.
- Oversee quality control processes within the cell, ensuring that team members conduct self-inspections and adhere to standards for first-time quality.
- Conduct daily stand-up meetings to review production goals, address challenges, and collaboratively develop action plans to meet targets.
- Coordinate the management of personnel to ensure optimal staffing levels, including scheduling shifts, managing overtime, and supporting employee training initiatives.
- Manage documentation for employee performance, attendance, and reviews while upholding confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
- Promote a collaborative atmosphere by working closely with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, and HR to address any operational challenges.
- Actively support the administration and compliance of the Collective Bargaining Agreement in all departmental operations.
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive or transit bus industry.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, necessary for effective team and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Solid understanding of lean manufacturing methodologies and quality management systems.
- Experience in managing production metrics and using data to drive decision-making.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
- Familiarity with the Collective Bargaining Agreement processes is an asset.
- Proficient in basic computer skills and manufacturing software applications.
Benefits
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- Salary range $75,000 to $89,000 per year
- Immediate benefit eligibility
- Paid holidays and vacation
- 401K with generous company match
- On-the-job training provided in a continuous learning environment
- Advancement opportunities with a growing company
- Apart of a team who is leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
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