Operations Coordinator - Bombardier - 1615

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision with HSA/FSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays & PTO

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Operations Coordinator in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on planning support for the Production Departments, aiding with scheduling and monitoring production activities, creating work packages, and coordinating parts to keep projects on track.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, is detail oriented, and proficient with Word, Outlook, and Excel. Expect a fast-paced environment with collaboration across teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, and monitoring production activities.
• Create work packages and coordinate parts.
• Coordinate with vendors for repairs and services and track parts status.

Skills

Office software

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Supervision

Work under minimal supervision.

What you can expect as an Operations Coordinator at West Star:

This position provides planning support for the Production Departments. The Operations Coordinator will assist with planning, scheduling, and monitoring production activities, including creating work packages, and parts coordination. This position requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail; advanced knowledge of Word, Outlook, and Excel, as well as strong communication skills.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Entering discrepancies into Corridor as needed.
• Sort and organize paperwork at aircraft, such as parts traceability, completed work cards, log entries, and burn certifications, as applicable.
• Assist with parts ordering, prior to aircraft arrival if necessary, and throughout the project as well as following through with parts arrival status in coordination with the Purchasing team.
• Coordinating with vendors for repairs and services.
• Material quantity tracking for Completions projects.
• Once SOF comes through; adds to Program Manpower Sheet and assigns Lead to WO
• Create project folder adding the SOF to the folder and interior pictures when done
• Schedules and attends kick off meeting. Takes notes and adds item 1 milestones
• Schedules or attends debrief when the plane comes in and adds customer squawks to the WOQ
• Add cards to WOQ that may not have been on the SOF or customer requested to be added
• Order’s long lead time parts for jobs when advised date by Leads
• Build work packages by printing cards, stickers for the AC, print squawk bar code sheet for clocking in/out and creating the Red Books
• Reviews WO books for squawks generated from inspections and adds into WOQ; advises Leads, Project Manager and Program Manager when completed so they can enter estimates.
• Processes cores to go to the cores team to send out
• Pull Cores Owed to Vendor lists to update cores for any needed extensions
• Process RTS parts to be returned to stock
• Deliver parts to the floor for AC
• Requests POs for services going out for repair/service
• Ship out customer property when needed
• Print out Tool Box Audit sheets for leads monthly
• Organize completed cards at the end of the project by squawk number; stamp times/cycles and dates and turn in to QA for RTS
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management

What you’ll need to bring with you:

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience

• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office products to include Excel.
• Extensive office and administrative support experience.

Your Initiative

We’re looking for team players who are self‑motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense Of Responsibility

• Attend work every day as scheduled.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Physical Requirements

• Lifts 10 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and sitting.
• Sit at a desk and/or computer for extended intervals.
• Walk short distances routinely.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
• Basic personal computer operations.

Mental Requirements

• Work with others in a professional manner.
• Prioritize workload and work under pressure.
• Coordinate projects.

Working Conditions

Office area or general areas of the facility and hangar.

Equipment Used

Personal computer.

Compensation & Benefit Information

The following information is disclosed according to state specific requirements. If the position applied to is not in a state with these requirements, the following information may not apply. The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $23-$30. Actual hourly rate will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience and performance. Additional compensation in the form of a shift differential will be provided if the employee is assigned to an alternate shift. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package. Other forms of compensation include a semi-annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) company match and employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA).

West Star Aviation’s Benefits

• Benefits Effective Day One for Eligible Employees
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match
• Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals
• Flexible Work Schedules include 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12
• Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay means you are paid more often
• Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities

Company Description

With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full-service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.