Aerospace Production Lead & Lean Champion

Astronics Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronics-PECO in Clackamas, Oregon seeks an experienced Production Manager to oversee production, drive efficiency, and ensure high quality output in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead a unionized team, manage budgets, and implement Lean methods to reduce costs while maintaining safety and quality standards. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred.
• Five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Experience managing unionized workforces preferred.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and employees.
• Strong familiarity with automated MRP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Technical knowledge of Assembly, CNC Machining, and Die Casting processes desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop production team supervisors and members, fostering a collaborative and motivated work force.
• Track KPIs related to production efficiency, quality, and cost. Prepare regular reports for upper management on production performance and areas for improvement.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met.
• Manage and allocate resources effectively, including personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Ensure quality standards are followed and upheld, minimizing defects and waste.
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality. Utilize Lean Manufacturing and other best practices.
• Develops annual operating budgets for assigned departments.
• Investigates and resolves employee performance issues in a timely manner, counseling employees and implementing formal discipline as required by the Company’s collective bargaining agreement.
• Ensures compliance of company’s policies and procedures are being met.
• Ensures that the production environment complies with health and safety regulations. Promote a culture of safety and ensure all employees are trained in safety protocols.
• Ocassional travel may be required to meet customers, visit sites, and supplier facilities
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Lead and mentor

KPI tracking

Process improvement

Budget management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Five years of related experience

Experience managing unionized workforces

Ability to write reports and manuals

Excellent written and verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Technical knowledge of Assembly, CNC Machining, and Die Casting

Tools

MS Office

MRP systems

Job description

Astronics-PECO in Clackamas, Oregon seeks an experienced Production Manager to oversee production, drive efficiency, and ensure high quality output in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead a unionized team, manage budgets, and implement Lean methods to reduce costs while maintaining safety and quality standards. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, with travel as needed.