Composite & Bonding Specialist Manager

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Job Description:

Job Summary:

Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging, connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment. Interfaces with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead team in developing solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.

• Lead a team of represented employees in the fabrication and assembly of complex aerostructures, to meet production requirements and customer acceptance.

• Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging, connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment.

• Interfaces with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified Experience and Training:

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, etc.)

• At least 5 years experience in a leadership/management role

Education:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Experience:

Preferred

• Experience developing and managing a statement of work on time and within budget

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience using SAP

• Ability to work any shift, including alternative work weeks

• Experience working in a union environment with collective bargaining agreements

• Experience monitoring cost

• Experience managing projects

• Experience with strategic planning

• Experience working with new product introduction (NPI)

Licensure/Certifications:

Travel Required:

• 5% domestic/international travel

Citizenship:

• U.S. Citizenship is required

Clearance:

• N/A

Qualified Skills:

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required

• Proven leadership experience

Organizational information:

Communication Skills:

Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Ability to articulate complex issues to others.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters is essential.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.

Preferred

Technical Systems Proficiency:

Complexity of the Role:

Level of Decision Making:

Direct Reports:

Is this a people manager?

• Yes

Job Dimensions:

Nature of Contacts:

• Moderate communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties at all levels

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite: 100 %

• Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.

• Hearing: Daily able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

• Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.

• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): Able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.

• Carrying: Weekly able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Lifting: Weekly able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Pushing / Pulling: Weekly able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

• Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.

• Squatting / Kneeling: Weekly able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

• Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.

• Travel: 5% able to travel independently and at short notice.

• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

• Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site.

• Administrative position only PPE required: Safety glasses on manufacturing floor, bump caps in designated areas, and safety-toed shoes in designated work areas.

Equal Opportunity:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status

As a leader in our field, Airbus provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston, Inc

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

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