Interior Aircraft Assembly Manager jobs in Newark, NJ

The Sr Manufacturing Systems Manager will drive the manufacturing operations at AOSM  by proactively leading and strategizing operational functions for a world class manufacturing. Hands-on Leader with a “can do” attitude who will work on execution and help transition products from concept to reality, establishing  department objectives and metrics.  

This position plays a vital role in creating and maintaining a culture of execution that supports the company’s core values, vision, and mission.  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and strategize manufacturing teams and systems to meet the AOSM design, delivery and validation targets such as Safety, Quality, Cost, throughput for critical tooling and equipment.    
• Actively support the development of MFG strategy and road map, translating strategic plans into actionable tasks, improving efficiency, reducing cost    
• Coach, Mentor and manage manufacturing engineering team
• Provide production ramp-up planning to deliver capital equipment on time and in sequence.
• Provide capital equipment selection criteria and decision influence.
• Perform structured root cause analysis of in-process failures.
• Implements and enhances engineering process documentation such as Process flow diagram, Control plan, PFMEA, DFM, DFA and statistical process control.
• Demonstrates urgency and capabilities to address and resolve issues quickly and prioritize as needed.
• Identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings through tools and processes. 
• Develop, implement and manage area KPI
• Develop, monitor and update CAPEX and mfg. system budget 
• Establish open communication and transparency with all departments.
• Efficient communication and reporting skills 
• Lead and Assist in new process development and technologies.   
• Contribute, as needed, to facilities department building needs that comply with all applied regulations
• Contribute for manufacturing system design development and implementation establishing process workflow, layout, space requirements, standard time, manufacturing capacity and cost
• Support the implementation of the ERP system from production, inventory and planning perspective.

Skills

• Self driven individual capable of solving complex problems.
• Can do Attitude
• You can communicate clearly, delivering effective presentations in person and via video conference.
• You can deploy Lean and Six Sigma methodologies from scratch.

Requirements

• Bachelor of science degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering or related discipline from an accredited university.
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing Operations and/or production of aerospace, automotive or other complex products.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and  managing diverse teams and operation
• Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing operation (NPI) as part of a cross-functional team.
• Experience with Quality standards such as ISO / TS or similar
• Experience and Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Understanding of MFG & Quality tools such PCP / PFMEA / DFA /DFM / SPPC]=.
• Knowledge and experience applying statistical methods to track process capability.
• Passion for continuous improvement.
• Knowledge in process simulation is a plus.

To Apply Submit:

CV required. Cover letter and work samples optional.

Salary Range: $140k- $160k/ dependent upon experience