Senior Manager, Facilities

Airbus • Kinston, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Senior Manager, Facilities to join the Operations Engineering department based in Kinston, NC. The Airbus Aerosystems Kinston facility sits at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, specializing in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures. Our team builds critical components for the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 XWB, including the composite center fuselage and wing spar. Our team at Airbus Aerosystems Kinston manufactures crucial aircraft components. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft. The Airbus Aerosystems Kinston facility sits at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, specializing in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures. Our team builds critical components for the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 XWB, including the composite center fuselage and wing spar. Performs duties requiring the integration of disciplines from more than one job family and functional area within the facilities occupation, such as planning, analysis, project administration, engineering, construction, and maintenance. Applies independent, specialized technical expertise to support a wide range of business objectives, including the development, integration, implementation, or execution of multidisciplinary business processes. Works cross-functionally with internal and external customers, suppliers, and all levels of employees. Ability to lead and project manage a facilities workstream on a cross-functional team responsible for building expansion, factory layout and equipment installation in order to ramp up production rate. A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing environment over Facilities
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Metallic Finishing/Processing, Assembly or Machining
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing/supervising a team of 20 or more employees
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership/management experience (industry or military)
• Experience reviewing, delivering or monitoring production metrics
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Working experience with multiple cross functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, Facilities etc.)
• Prior management level experience reporting out to Senior Leadership on department production status
• Flexibility working 2nd, 3rd or alternative work week shifts

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Chemical Metallic Finishing/Processing, Assembly or Machining
• Prior Military experience (management or leadership)
• Understanding of a manufacturing production atmosphere
• Understanding of supervising Union employees
• Experience with Facilities maintenance or machining
• Experience working in a 24/7 operations environment
• Ability to coach and develop team (CFM) Certified Facilities Manager, (SFP) Sustainability Facilities Professional, or (FMP) Facilities Management Professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties requiring the integration of disciplines from more than one job family and functional area within the facilities occupation, such as planning, analysis, project administration, engineering, construction, and maintenance.
• Applies independent, specialized technical expertise to support a wide range of business objectives, including the development, integration, implementation, or execution of multidisciplinary business processes.
• Works cross-functionally with internal and external customers, suppliers, and all levels of employees.
• Ability to lead and project manage a facilities workstream on a cross-functional team responsible for building expansion, factory layout and equipment installation in order to ramp up production rate.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: Competitive pay, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree