Cell Leader - 2nd Shift

Overview

Cell Leader - 2nd Shift

At New Flyer, we are dedicated to delivering top-quality transit solutions that promote sustainable mobility. As a Cell Leader for the 2nd 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.

• 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.

• 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.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world's electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY:
We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values-safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability-are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - You Tube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today's urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at , , , nfi.parts,

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New Flyer is committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team members. We ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit and comply with applicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates  request.