Cell Leader – Medical Device Manufacturing (Welding and Milling)
Core
Leading a production cell for manual assembly, laser beam welding, TIG welding, and CNC machining in a medical device environment.
Role type
Manufacturing Cell Leader (Welding and Machining)
Builds
Medical device components via manual assembly, welding, and CNC machining
Domain
Medical device manufacturing
Required skills
Team leadership, production scheduling, quality system compliance (ISO 13485), process troubleshooting, Lean/Kaizen/5S implementation, training and mentoring, regulatory knowledge
Preferred skills
Technical degree in manufacturing/engineering, ERP/MES system familiarity, welding certifications, machining background
Technologies
Haas machining centers, laser beam welding equipment, TIG welding equipment
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements; Manage and support team members across manual assembly, welding, and machining operations; Coordinate workflow, staffing, and priorities to meet delivery commitments; Monitor and drive performance metrics (safety, quality, delivery, productivity); Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions; Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 and internal quality system requirements; Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, standard work)
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC