Business Unit Leader

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.


The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.


About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a Business Unit leader to manage shift operations in a precision machining facility to lead shift operations in a precision machining environment. This role is responsible for overseeing team leads and shop floor employees, optimizing equipment utilization, and driving productivity to ensure on-time delivery while meeting strict quality standards. This is a highly visible, floor-based leadership role requiring a leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment-coaching teams, driving operational excellence, and leading continuous improvement.

Location: Newburyport MA

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of approximately 25-35 employees, including team leads and indirect shop floor personnel, driving performance, accountability, and engagement across the production area.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of hourly production employees, ensuring effective use of labor and equipment to meet production priorities.
• Drive a safe work environment by enforcing all safety policies, procedures, and compliance expectations.
• Ensure products meet customer and internal quality standards; support problem-solving and process improvements using Lean/Kaizen principles.
• Plan and execute daily operations to meet or exceed shipping and delivery targets (weekly, monthly, and annual).
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees through training, cross-training, performance feedback, and positive employee relations.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Materials, Planning, and other business leaders to resolve issues impacting productivity and on-time delivery.
• Maintain clear communication across shifts and with leadership on operational performance, priorities, and handoff needs.
• Support staffing needs through hiring, onboarding, and development of high-performing team members.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives and site-wide workshops as needed.
• Review operational requests (including purchase needs) and escalate for approval when required.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with 5+ years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience,

OR

• High School diploma or equivalent, with 8+ years of manufacturing leadership or management experience.
• At least 5 years of experience supervising hourly production employees
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with working knowledge of safety, quality, and production systems.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace manufacturing experience and familiarity with AS9100.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or demonstrated continuous improvement expertise.
• Experience leading teams through change and growth.

Working Conditions:

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.


Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.