Cell Lead - Entry Level CCBII

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse Group—the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles—New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems serving customers around the globe. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers.

About the role

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Understand all facets of work in the cell: basic disassembly, wash, rebuild, and testing of freight and locomotive valves, brake pistons, and test devices.
• Proper use of power and manual tools, operation of semi-automatic equipment, lapping, washes.
• Instruct cell employees on proper and safe use of all tools and equipment.
• Oversee training for all new cell employees.
• Maintain a 5S environment in the cell at all times and immediately address any and all safety issues.
• Conduct standup meetings, issue instructions for daily goals, and shift personnel as needed to achieve those goals.
• Understand and support all Quality, Product Safety, and Health/Safety/Environmental/Energy policies.
• Understand and adhere to all relevant statutory or regulatory compliance obligations.
• Understand, support, and adhere to the Integrated Management System policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Understand and support relevant key performance indicators (KPIs), as defined in the goal tree.
• Follow and understand written and unwritten NYAB policies and procedures; complete all required documentation.
• Be aware of safety, quality, production, and housekeeping goals for the plant; report all safety and quality concerns.
• Lead other employees in all major functions of the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• One to two years of related experience.
• Proficient in levels 1, 2, and 3.
• Good mechanical skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge and understanding of property descriptions, best practices, and theory.
• Strong communication proficiency.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The employee will be exposed to shop floor conditions, including noise, heat, cold, and dust/dirt. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

This job description does not state or imply these are the only duties to be performed. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

This is a safety-sensitive position.