Job Description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that."

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical leader for the operations team regarding manufacturing processes
• Lead improvements in the areas of manufacturing processes and procedures through lean manufacturing techniques to achieve improvements in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Support engineering with development and execution of capacity analysis and justification for future expansion of the manufacturing processes
• Recommend process and equipment improvements to maximize the productive capacity and part quality
• Interface with engineering, operations, and maintenance personnel regarding operations of equipment, including routine operation, emergency procedures, and safety considerations
• Monitor production teams to standard operating procedures ensuring all employees uniformly execute best practices when performing tasks.
• Involved in scheduled Preventative Maintenance events with Maintenance personnel to review condition and to identify possible areas of concern
• Continuously monitor the condition of equipment and tooling and communicate status to the appropriate operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
• Implement improved tooling inspection and management practices to ensure availability and serviceablity of required tooling
• Promote standard work methods and uniform best practices across all production teams by providing continuity and consistency in communications related to operating practices and resolution of technical issues related to production
• Identify root causes and resolution to manufacturing anomalies related to equipment operation, productivity, and quality
• Complete technical trainings as specified by the Operations Manager
• Perform other related duties as required

Complementary Description

Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. Safran Landing Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail Jeremy.dees@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Job Requirements

Physical/Environmental Scope of Position
• Must demonstrate the physical capacity to meet the demands of the "Heavy" Job Placement Assessment (JPA) as administered by St. Elizabeth Business Health Services
• Work in/near electro-magnetic fields created by high temperature induction furnaces
• Subjected to inside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils and other related industrial hazards
• Vocal communication, hearing, and visual acuity are required for safety, direction, and the exchange of ideas in the industrial environment
• May work in confined spaces and wear a respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus
• May be exposed to and handle hazardous wastes as defined in 40 CFR 261.3

Required Behavioral Dimensions

• Building Strategic Working Relationships
• Decision Making
• Planning and Organizing
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
• Innovation
• Work Standards

Experience/Education/Certification Required

• High School diploma/G.E.D.
• College Degree (at least 2 yr.) or equivalent credit hours (60) preferred
• Profficient in manufacturing related functions such as process automation, CNC, CMM, project management, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, chemical processing equipment, electrical systems, high temperature systems, furnaces, etc.
• 10+ years of experience in a related manufacturing environment, including working knowledge of processes, equipment design, operation, and maintenance
• Green Belt certified