Fabrication Manager

Archer; Wichita (KS); Presencial; USD 71.000 - 109.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, a Boeing-affiliated role, seeks a manufacturing leader to drive multi-discipline teams toward on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and optimize fabrication processes. You will develop staffing plans, conduct performance reviews, and lead cross-functional projects to meet operational objectives while fostering accountability and teamwork across the

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, or Machining
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience
• Experience working with cross-functional groups
• Flexibility to work on 2nd, 3rd, or alternative work week shifts

Responsabilidades

• Manages employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines
• Develop and lead strategies to improve on-time delivery, cost efficiency, safety, quality, and productivity through continuous improvement initiatives
• Determine future staffing needs, develop team capabilities, and conduct performance reviews for subordinates
• Collaborate with various support functions on new or changing statements of work and communicate effectively with internal customers to expedite the fabrication of details and assemblies
• Apply process management and improvement techniques, using problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to develop innovative and efficient solutions to fabrication challenges
• Facilitate work teams, provide training, and interface with internal organizations and external customers for project planning, problem resolution, and process improvement
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Customer teams to resolve issues and improve performance
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence

Conocimientos

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing/machining experience

Shift flexibility

Educación

Technical/engineering/business degree (Assoc/Bachelor)

Herramientas

SAP

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Archer is collaborating with Boeing to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units ("Spirit Commercial"). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Position Responsibilities

• Manages employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines
• Develop and lead strategies to improve on-time delivery, cost efficiency, safety, quality, and productivity through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Determine future staffing needs, develop team capabilities, and conduct performance reviews for subordinates.
• Collaborate with various support functions on new or changing statements of work and communicate effectively with internal customers to expedite the fabrication of details and assemblies.
• Apply process management and improvement techniques, using problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to develop innovative and efficient solutions to fabrication challenges.
• Facilitate work teams, provide training, and interface with internal organizations and external customers for project planning, problem resolution, and process improvement.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Customer teams to resolve issues and improve performance
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, or Machining, including a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience
• Prior experience working with cross-functional groups
• Flexibility to work on 2nd, 3rd, or alternative work week shifts

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, manufacturing, or business-related field
• Experience leading projects while managing schedules, budgets, and operational objectives
• Knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working within a unionized manufacturing environment and managing collective bargaining agreements

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $71,150 - $109,100

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.