Operations Supervisor (A220) - 2nd Shift

Airbus • Mobile, AL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Supervisor I, Operations to join the FAL based in Mobile, AL. The Supervisor I, Operations will be responsible for the technical leadership along with oversight of all manufacturing activities within the purview of the Assembly Line Station and ensuring effective coordination between the multiple processes supervised. Station responsibility includes the management of all tools and jigs belonging to the Station as well as their maintenance, repair and calibration. The Operations Supervisor is expected to direct, supervise and coordinate all operational Production activities in a defined station and/or area of responsibility.

Requirements

• A Bachelors' degree in Aeronautical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Aviation (Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly Processes, Production method, etc.) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Quality / Logistics rules in aviation manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Google and SAP

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years of Leadership experience in Aviation is highly preferred.
• Experience as a member and leader of an international team.
• Experiencing leading a team in a similar position is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of all employees assigned to the Station. Includes the selection, performance management, identification of development needs, and employee recognition.
• Provide direction and oversight to production activities and monitor the progress of the aircraft through the Station.
• Routinely report and update upper level management on aircraft progress and alert colleagues to potential problems and solutions.
• Perform or assign to staff analyses on operational issues, improvements and other savings initiatives.
• Function as a role model and leader in the observance of OSHA rules and regulations. Ensure the importance and company commitment to safety is in the forefront of thought and action on the part of every employee.
• Coordinate and communicate Station activities throughout the Final Assembly Line, the management team, other and relevant parties.
• Responsible for the development of manpower forecast requirements based on workload and necessary skill sets required to meet the delivery schedule.
• Identify, eliminate and, when able, anticipate problems, which occur in the manufacturing process, as quickly and as early as possible.
• Responsible for the scheduling of training, qualification of team, and progression of team members.
• Proactively identify and resolve problems to prevent disagreements and encourage cooperative work relationships. Engage with support staff from Quality, Procurement and other specialty areas to improve work flow and enhance existing processes.
• Ensure the completion of specified work packages in compliance with costs, quality specifications and customer expectations.
• Ensure orders and (work) material availability to guarantee work progress.
• Participate and lead Station in achieving the annual objectives (e.g. CI, Quality Gates and specific KPIs).
• Responsible for A/C documentation for Hand Over to next Station and also FOT (PIR-book, Folio, NC, Intervention Cards, Removal-Sheet-Book, etc.).
• Manage your team performance using KPI's.
• Ensure continuous improvement, notably with the application of the problem resolution process.
• Coach your team (15-25 employees) in order to develop their talent in the organization.
• Identify, document and standardize key processes leading to the achievement of objectives.
• Optimize the sharing of knowledge and best practices throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).
• Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
• At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager