Responsible for managing front line supervisors in the production of high-quality aircraft parts and assemblies, as well as the installation and testing of aircraft systems and equipment following Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions. Meets or exceeds all planned production and delivery schedules and manufacturing performance targets while maximizing efficiency of company resources. Leads multi-disciplinary teams enforcing compliance with quality system and process specifications, work orders, travelers, required forms and paperwork, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, schedules, Aircraft Production Orders, schematics, layout & modifications sheets, engineering orders, Piper Process Spec (PPS), Piper Material Spec (PMS), Operational Methods Sheets, Material Review Board and verbal/written instructions. Monitors and manages employee performance and accountability along with operational results, while optimizing company resources to achieve company goals.
Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
- Ensures team compliance with all Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements.
- Perform duties as the primary point of contact for all new and programs and initiatives in the assigned areas including staffing, budgeting and operational performance of the areas.
- Act as liaison between all disciplines, i.e., Engineering, QA, Production Control & other Manufacturing Support Teams to improve team performance & resolve problems.
- Interfaces with all departments regarding parts, materials, and quality issues to avoid or expedite stoppages or shortages on the line.
- Drive continuous process improvement efforts including analyzing data to improve quality of product processes, reduce costs and improve schedule attainment.
- Analyze, evaluate, and recommend resources necessary to attain increases in production schedules across multiple departments.
- Supervise all major troubleshooting and re-work efforts as necessary to ensure quality standards are sustained.
- Promote regular housekeeping efforts throughout assigned departments to ensure a safe and efficient work environment for all team members
- Foster support for company safety programs and require use of proper safety equipment at all times. Drive improvements where needed.
- Ensure comprehensive training and cross training is provided to employees to eliminate schedule delays due to labor constraints.
- Enforce compliance with all personnel policies. Direct hiring efforts when required, ensure consistent and equitable performance evaluations, apply disciplinary actions when needed, etc.
- Champion continuous improvement efforts to enhance the team’s schedule delivery performance including reduction of late work, eliminate or reduce quality defects & scrap, sustain productivity improvement initiatives and drive cost reductions.
- Perform other related duties as required by Production Directors.
Ø Job scope/levels:
- Manager: Job typically involves leading organization comprised of 75 - 200 team members.
- Senior Manager: Job typically involves leading organization comprised of 200-400 team members.
Career Path Minimum Position Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required. Associate or Bachelor Degree and minimum of five (5) years management experience in operations or related discipline is preferred.
Manager Experience requirements:
o Manager: 5-10 years of related experience
o Senior Manager: 10years of related experience
- Thorough knowledge of fundamentals of aircraft assembly and/or mechanics
- Working knowledge of Windows based computers and programs are necessary to perform the duties in this position
- Ability to perform the duties of the job applying basic mathematics, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime and weekends
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with related manufacturing processes, hand tools, power tools, and PPE, including proper fit and use of respirators as required
- Follow all regulatory compliance, safety, and environmental protection procedures
- Ability to demonstrate excellence in leadership skills, exercising sound judgement and effective interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal).
- Adhere to Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions
- Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out, and below.
- Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and rarely lift and/or move over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to pass a Company administered vision exam.
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
- Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards:Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.
- Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.
- Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.
- Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance
- Ensures that Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies are adhered to
- Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.
- Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
- Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.
- Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Delivering timely communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different information exchanges related to functional tasks, workplace initiatives, requirements, and cross functional interactions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form.
- Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables
- Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks
- Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances
- Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.
American with Disability Act Requirements: External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa (green card) or non-immigrant visa, such as L-1A, L-1B, H-1B, O-1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
