Facilities Manager - Equipment Maintenance

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 78,650 - 120,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for $5,000 state tax credit

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee production processes and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a related field, alongside a proven track record in leadership and problem-solving. Responsibilities include managing production flow, acquiring assets, and training teams. A competitive salary range is offered, based on experience and qualifications. Additional benefits may include state tax credits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, or related fields.
• Experience managing/supervising a team of 20 or more employees.
• Flexibility working 2nd, 3rd, or alternative work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support production flow and facilitate work teams.
• Manage acquisitions and maintenance of assets.
• Develop innovative solutions for equipment reliability.

Skills

Aerospace, Aviation, Industrial Engineering

Microsoft Office Suite

Leadership and Team Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities:

• Supports and directs various job families to support the production flow of the product.
• Facilities leadership with the acquisition, modification, maintenance, and disposal of owned and leased assets
• Applies process management and improvement techniques.
• Uses problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to develop innovative and expedient solutions for equipment reliability.
• Facilitates work teams, provides training and interfaces with internal organizations and external customers with regard to project planning, problem resolution, and process improvement on building systems and production equipment.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Metallic Finishing/Processing, Assembly or Machining
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing/supervising a team of 20 or more employees
• Minimum 2 years in a leadership/management experience (industry or military)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing environment over Facilities
• Experience reviewing, delivering or monitoring production metrics
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Working experience with multiple cross functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, Facilities etc.)
• Prior management level experience reporting out to Senior Leadership on department production status
• Flexibility working 2nd, 3rd or alternative work week shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Chemical Metallic Finishing/Processing, Assembly or Machining
• Prior Military experience (management or leadership)
• Understanding of a manufacturing production atmosphere
• Understanding of supervising Union employees
• Experience with Facilities maintenance or machining
• Experience working in a 24/7 operations environment
• Ability to coach and develop team
• (CFM) Certified Facilities Manager, (SFP) Sustainability Facilities Professional, or (FMP) Facilities Management Professional certifications.

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

Summary Pay Range: $78,650 - $120,600

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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.