Composite & Bonding Specialist Manager

Airbus; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Aerosystems Kingston, Inc. is looking for an experienced leader to oversee manufacturing activities. You will lead a team in developing complex aerostructures and ensure production meets customer acceptance.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years in manufacturing and experience with cross-functional teams. A focus on communication and leadership is essential. This is an onsite role in Kinston, North Carolina.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups.
• Experience in a leadership/management role.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in developing solutions to complex problems.
• Oversee the manufacture of completed units by coordinating activities.
• Interface with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Job Description

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Job Summary

Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging, connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment. Interfaces with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead team in developing solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
• Lead a team of represented employees in the fabrication and assembly of complex aerostructures, to meet production requirements and customer acceptance.
• Oversee the manufacture of completed units by coordinating activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies; installation of systems; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment.
• Interface with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified Experience and Training

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, etc.)
• At least 5 years experience in a leadership/management role

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

• Experience developing and managing a statement of work on time and within budget
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using SAP
• Ability to work any shift, including alternative work weeks
• Experience working in a union environment with collective bargaining agreements
• Experience monitoring cost
• Experience managing projects
• Experience with strategic planning
• Experience working with new product introduction (NPI)

Licensure/Certifications

Travel Required

• 5% domestic/international travel

Citizenship

• U.S. Citizenship is required

Clearance

• N/A

Qualified Skills

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

• Proven leadership experience

Organizational Information

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to articulate complex issues to others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters is essential.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.

Preferred

Technical Systems Proficiency

Complexity of the Role

Level of Decision Making

Direct Reports

• Is this a people manager? Yes

Job Dimensions

Nature of Contacts

• Moderate communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties at all levels

Physical Requirements

• Onsite: 100 %
• Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
• Hearing: Daily able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
• Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation: Able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
• Carrying: Weekly able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Lifting: Weekly able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Pushing / Pulling: Weekly able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: Weekly able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
• Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
• Travel: 5% able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking: Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
• PPE: Required PPE includes Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all and does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Employment is at will.

Company

Airbus Aerosystems Kingston, Inc

Employment Type

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level

Professional

Remote Type

On-site

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