Posted Position Title Cell Leader

Job Number	1853215
Business	GE Oil & Gas
Business Segment	Oil & Gas
About Us	GE works on things that matter. The best people and the best technologies taking on the toughest challenges. Finding solutions in energy, health and home, transportation and finance. Building, powering, moving and curing the world. Not just imagining. Doing. GE works.
Career Level	Experienced
Function	Manufacturing
Function Segment	Shop Operations
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available	United Kingdom
City	Newcastle upon Tyne
Postal Code	NE6 3PF
Relocation Expenses	No
Role Summary/Purpose	The Cell Leader will effectively manage their dedicated Cell area of the Newcastle plant. The Cell Leader will be fully responsible for the day-to-day management of the production areas whilst leading the development and implementation of manufacturing improvements to ensure a consistent and strong performance from the Production Operation in line with Operating Plan. Where required the Cell Leader will represent GE Wellstream in dealings with customers and suppliers.
Essential Responsibilities	There are 3 Cell Leader positions within the Newcastle Plant. Candidates are encouraged to identify which skill set they believe best fits the following areas: Modern heavy industry assembly techniques Metal forming/rotation equipment Polymer extrusion, preferably in pipe manufacturing. Duties include the following, although other duties may be assigned: Actively support and engage in all EHS activity, Company policies and procedures to ensure staff are fully compliant Develop and maintain a safe workplace for all employees and contractors Drive a relentless focus on the cost of quality and adherence to the QMS - Ensure 100% compliance to Quality Control & Quality Assurance Direct the Production Strategy in order to maintain maximum throughput of the work centres in line with Lean Manufacturing Best Practice Principles - Connect strategy to purpose and break down key components to communicate to, and drive through the work centre teams In collaboration with the projects and engineering function, create and implement best-in-class design to manufacture and change management processes Develop and maintain systems for effective monitoring and improvement of skills and competencies along with the development of training plans - Ensure all employees are trained & competent for all tasks undertaken Develop, monitor and report on performance against KPIs - Focusing on operational efficiency and effectiveness to optimise performance Strict budgetary control for the relevant cost centres Develop and drive continuous improvement programmes for all areas of performance including EHS, Quality and Throughput Implement effective risk management Effective leadership of all employees in the areas of responsibility, ensuring effective and efficient deployment and utilisation of all resources Effective management of capital expenditure and maintenance of plant and equipment Participate in Lean Development programme utilising Lean Techniques, identify opportunities to improve overall production performance activity Take a leadership role on promoting cross functional reviews and provide support as required Compliance with all relevant policies.
Qualifications/Requirements	Extensive experience in production management within Heavy Industry An excellent knowledge of best practice manufacturing methods and techniques Proven track record of Change Management Sound Leadership experience within similar environments A relentless orientation towards safety and quality A solid background in technical and hands on medium-heavy engineering
Desired Characteristics	Chartered Engineer status would be advantageous. Have a keen appreciation of the technology and engineering behind the products and materials Have a proven ‘can-do’ orientation to work with demonstrable problem solving skills - Able to determine and improve process problems A proven ability to manage an organised workforce within and across areas of responsibility Ability to effectively communicate at all levels both internally and externally including with customers and suppliers Ability to effectively manage costs and control budgets Be an effective team member demonstrating both leadership and coaching skills Ability to prepare and deliver presentations at all levels Ability to motivate and develop and manage people.