2027 Entry Level - Operations Support Manager - Johnson City, TN

Textron; Piney Flats (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron is hiring an Entry Level Operations Leader to support daily production at the Piney Flats site. You will work with Production Supervisors and cross‑functional teams to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while developing leadership skills in manufacturing.

This hands‑on aerospace environment offers mentorship, development opportunities, and exposure to operations management, Lean initiatives, and KPI tracking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Ops, IE, Supply Chain, Business).
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision making.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and interest in people management.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors and cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor production schedules and assist in prioritizing work to meet customer commitments and optimize flow.
• Track KPIs and develop action plans for performance improvement.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and structured problem‑solving tools.
• Assist with workforce planning and staffing support for assigned operations.
• Maintain compliance with Bell, Textron, and regulatory standards.
• Communicate status, risks, and improvement opportunities to leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership potential

Communication ability

Data-driven decisions

Ownership of results

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business

Job description

About The Entry Level Role

As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This entry‑level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Description

Day in the Life of an Operations Leader

The Entry Level Operations Leader supports daily production operations within Bell’s Aeronautical Accessories business at the Piney Flats site. This role is designed for emerging talent seeking to develop leadership skills in manufacturing, operational execution, and continuous improvement. You will help ensure that production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and team engagement.

This role provides hands‑on experience in a dynamic aerospace environment and offers mentorship, development opportunities, and exposure to all aspects of operations management.

As a Operations Leader at Bell, you can expect to:

• Support daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors and cross‑functional teams (Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering) to resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor production schedules and assist in prioritizing work to meet customer commitments and optimize flow.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and assist in developing action plans for performance improvement.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and structured problem‑solving tools.
• Assist with workforce planning, labor allocation, and staffing support for assigned operations.
• Partner with leadership to drive a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork on the shop floor.
• Maintain compliance with Bell, Textron, and regulatory standards in day‑to‑day operations.
• Support projects that enhance operational efficiency, workflow, or part throughput.
• Communicate status, risks, and improvement opportunities to supervisors and leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve problems and make data‑driven decisions.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and interest in developing people‑management capabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within cross‑functional teams.
• Motivated learner with a continuous improvement mindset and strong ownership of results.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Internship or co‑op experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exposure to aerospace or other regulated production environments.
• Experience working with KPIs, basic data analysis, and operational dashboards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small initiatives, team projects, or student organizations.

Why Build Your Career at Textron

Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate.

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI‑generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E‑Z‑GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real‑world solutions. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Recruiting Company

Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

US‑Tennessee‑Piney Flats

Job Function

Manufacturing

Schedule

Full‑time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Relocation

Available