Production Cell Leader -- Precision Machining Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Production Cell Leader — Precision Machining Operations

Join Alinabal and lead a high-performing production cell focused on safety, quality, and on-time delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role for a people-first supervisor who thrives on structure, data, and continuous improvement.

Role Highlights

• Direct daily activities of production personnel to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Align staffing and sequencing with production schedules; pivot quickly to meet changing customer requirements.
• Coach and develop team members; drive cross-training to strengthen flexibility and safety.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and documented procedures.
• Track output, downtime, and efficiency; take action on trends using ERP/MRP data.
• Triage equipment, material, tooling, and process issues; collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve.
• Champion preventive maintenance for machines and tooling to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Lead Lean/5S and CI activities to eliminate waste and improve flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Conduct performance reviews and deliver ongoing feedback.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing, including supervisory/team-lead responsibility.
• Clear, confident communicator with strong organizational and people-development skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes; press operations or similar machinery experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting and root-cause skills.
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings, job travelers, and work instructions.
• Experience with Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement practices.
• Fluency with production-tracking tools and ERP/MRP systems.
• Comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent education and experience.

Physical & Environmental

• Frequent walking, standing, and bending on the production floor for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting/moving of materials up to 50 lbs.
• Typical plant conditions (noise, temperature variation, dust, moving machinery); noise is usually moderate.
• PPE may be required.

Rewards

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• PTO and company holidays
• Life and disability coverage

Additional Notes

The responsibilities and examples above reflect typical work and may evolve to support business priorities.

Compliance & Notices Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• *The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

• Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Preferred Proficiencies

• Kaizen
• Coaching and Mentoring Experience
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• AS9100 Experience