Core Responsibilities:
· Lead the repair team to meet Quality and On-Time-Delivery requirements.
· Drive a proactive culture that identifies and reduces operational risks, including safety, delivery, and productivity.
· Drive productivity through rigorous application of Lean and Value Stream tools.
· Responsible for year over year cost reductions (5) and Turn around Time reductions through the utilization of Continuous Improvement projects.
· Reduce both internal and external quality escapes showing year over year improvement while introducing new products into the shop.
· Work collaboratively with the repair team to develop build plans supporting delivery and inventory strategy.
· Responsible to report out profit and losses as they apply to the yearly defined budget.
· Responsible to keep close contact with internal and external supply chain to meet quality and delivery requirements.
· Develop and maintain a detailed headcount plan and nurture cross-training/development planning.
· Provide leadership support of employee selection/talent acquisition, performance management, training/development, coaching/mentoring, and motivation/engagement processes and programs in alignment with the business goals and objectives. Recognize and reward employees for their efforts to drive results the right way.
· Create a continuous improvement environment where all employees are involved in Kaizen / 6-S activities, and actively contributing improvement suggestions.
· Plan and control OEM manufacturing operations at lowest cost consistent with established specifications for customer quality.
· Provide leadership and direction to workforce in a manufacturing environment; establish production priorities and schedules consistent with unit goals.
· Maintain an on time delivery above 90
· Develop and maintain customer relationships with Barnes Aerospace values.
Qualifications:
· 10+ years of related operations or manufacturing experience in a supervisory position preferably in the Aerospace industry.
· Strong competencies in leadership, communication, emotional intelligence, cultural awareness & organizational astuteness.
· Solid understanding of Division financial system; ability to obtain, analyze and act on financial/costs initiatives.
· Effectively balances consistency with flexibility and willing to change ideas in the face of new
information.
· Act with integrity and the highest ethical behavior. Excellent interpersonal skills and team player approach.
· A customer advocate with the skills to develop and nurture long term relationships with senior leadership at our key customers.
· Proven track record of implementing and successfully executing on employee relations strategies and building a positive work environment.
· Solid computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Ability to follow complex instructions and/or directions.
· Attention to detail and analytical approach is necessary, as well as demonstrated oral ability to present information effectively in group and one-on-one settings.
Education Requirements:
· BS Degree in Engineering, Business, Management, Logistics or related field required.
