Firefly Aerospace
Overview
The Composite Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient operation of the composites manufacturing process and new product development. This is a working management position; the leader in this role will address processing and technical issues alongside technicians and engineers. Location for this role is at our Manufacturing site in Briggs, TX, 25 minutes north of Cedar Park. Responsibilities
Work with Value Stream Lead to distribute incoming projects to technician staff Manage personnel in accordance with schedule priorities, production and company goals Develop long term project and capacity planning Plan, schedule, and manage all of the manufacturing production processes Establish and enforce process specifications and requirements Identify and rectify bottlenecks and/or shortages Contribute to continuous process improvement Implement/maintain 6S methodology Take corrective actions to drawing and part discrepancies Act as the technical liaison between manufacturing and engineering for DFM practices Sourcing and ordering consumables including tools and equipment Maintain a safe work environment and implement processes to keep technicians safe Identify team’s skills and develop a matrix of areas of improvement Be an advocate for your team and elevate needs as necessary Ensure processes are in place to produce quality parts on time and on budget Assist with planning and directing an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials Ensure manufacturing performance, safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are met by utilizing efficient methods and maintaining appropriate staffing levels Manage subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs, with authority for personnel actions and knowledge of department processes Ensure that project/department milestones/goals are met and adherence to approved budgets Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in an equivalent discipline 4+ years experience in change management and managing processes Experience establishing new procedures and streamlining old procedures Very strong affinity towards action Knowledge of industry standard composite manufacturing processes Leadership experience Experience as a production planner Desired
7+ years in an Aerospace/Space Composite Manufacturing environment 3+ years in a leadership role Manufacturing Efficiency Certification (LEAN/5S/6sigma) Benefits
Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet insurance, and flexible PTO options. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Additional
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries: Aviation & Aerospace
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The Composite Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient operation of the composites manufacturing process and new product development. This is a working management position; the leader in this role will address processing and technical issues alongside technicians and engineers. Location for this role is at our Manufacturing site in Briggs, TX, 25 minutes north of Cedar Park. Responsibilities
Work with Value Stream Lead to distribute incoming projects to technician staff Manage personnel in accordance with schedule priorities, production and company goals Develop long term project and capacity planning Plan, schedule, and manage all of the manufacturing production processes Establish and enforce process specifications and requirements Identify and rectify bottlenecks and/or shortages Contribute to continuous process improvement Implement/maintain 6S methodology Take corrective actions to drawing and part discrepancies Act as the technical liaison between manufacturing and engineering for DFM practices Sourcing and ordering consumables including tools and equipment Maintain a safe work environment and implement processes to keep technicians safe Identify team’s skills and develop a matrix of areas of improvement Be an advocate for your team and elevate needs as necessary Ensure processes are in place to produce quality parts on time and on budget Assist with planning and directing an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials Ensure manufacturing performance, safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are met by utilizing efficient methods and maintaining appropriate staffing levels Manage subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs, with authority for personnel actions and knowledge of department processes Ensure that project/department milestones/goals are met and adherence to approved budgets Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in an equivalent discipline 4+ years experience in change management and managing processes Experience establishing new procedures and streamlining old procedures Very strong affinity towards action Knowledge of industry standard composite manufacturing processes Leadership experience Experience as a production planner Desired
7+ years in an Aerospace/Space Composite Manufacturing environment 3+ years in a leadership role Manufacturing Efficiency Certification (LEAN/5S/6sigma) Benefits
Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet insurance, and flexible PTO options. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Additional
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries: Aviation & Aerospace
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