Aerospace Operations Leader: Lean | On-Time Delivery

Barnes; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes is seeking an experienced operations leader to direct the repair team in Ohio, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. You will drive Lean practices, manage cost-reduction initiatives, and develop plans for production, inventory, and talent development while coordinating with supply chain to meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities include reporting budget performance, implementing Kaizen and 6-S activities, and building strong customer relationships with Barnes Aerospace values.

Qualifications

• Experience leading repair/manufacturing operations teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze financial data and drive cost initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the repair team to meet Quality and On-Time-Delivery requirements.
• Drive a proactive culture to reduce operational risks including safety, delivery, and productivity.
• Apply Lean and Value Stream tools to improve productivity.
• Manage year over year cost reductions (5%) and improve Turn around Time via CI projects.
• Reduce quality escapes and support new product introductions in the shop.
• Develop build plans supporting delivery and inventory strategy.
• Report out profit and losses against the annual budget.
• Coordinate with internal and external supply chain to meet quality and delivery needs.
• Maintain headcount plan and cross-training/development.
• Provide leadership in talent acquisition, performance management, training and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Lean methods

Kaizen / 6-S

Cost reduction

Production planning

Team coaching

Problem solving

Education

BS Degree in Engineering, Business, Management, Logistics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Barnes is seeking an experienced operations leader to direct the repair team in Ohio, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. You will drive Lean practices, manage cost-reduction initiatives, and develop plans for production, inventory, and talent development while coordinating with supply chain to meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities include reporting budget performance, implementing Kaizen and 6-S activities, and building strong customer relationships with Barnes Aerospace values.