Operations Engineering Manager - Lean Manufacturing Leader

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace is seeking an Ops Eng Mgr I in Savannah to lead the Operations Engineering and Industrial Engineering functions. You will drive process improvements, implement lean manufacturing philosophies, and manage multiple projects within a manufacturing business unit to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5 years of aviation manufacturing experience, and supervisory or project management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related curriculum or equivalent combination education and experience.
• 5 years experience in aviation maintenance, manufacturing or manufacturing engineering.
• Supervisory, team lead or demonstrated project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop the Operations Engineering function for the MBU, applying lean manufacturing philosophies to support zero defect objectives.
• Lead implementation of lean manufacturing and/or materials initiatives.
• Provide direction and training to subordinates to ensure quality and efficiency; mentor and develop future leaders.
• Develop and monitor MBU layout, process flow, tooling/equipment, and cost/quality improvements; coordinate with internal/external teams for new product installations.
• Oversee daily work planning to generate department metrics for the shop and OE team.
• Analyze performance reports to manage staff and maintain accurate records/logs.
• Provide guidance on career growth and manage budgets including salaries and capital expenditures.
• Monitor progress and prioritize workloads; ensure policies are followed to improve quality.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace is seeking an Ops Eng Mgr I in Savannah to lead the Operations Engineering and Industrial Engineering functions. You will drive process improvements, implement lean manufacturing philosophies, and manage multiple projects within a manufacturing business unit to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5 years of aviation manufacturing experience, and supervisory or project management experience.