Production Manager

Expertise and Functions

• Fabricate commercial or military aircraft parts, accessories, and trim in accordance with technical specifications and Work Control Documents
• Work with a variety of materials, such as resins, carbon fiber, bonding, honeycomb fabric, and fiberglass
• Demonstrate attention to detail while working with various composite materials in all aspects of the composite process, including: crafting, sanding, assembly, clean room etiquette, class A oven, paint booth and autoclave
• Work with composites, using pre-preg and wet lay-ups
• Paint and finish parts to specifications
• Use hand and power tools to produce aircraft products
• Work both independently and as part of a team
• Follow written instructions precisely
• Learn company policy and procedures for the Composites team
• Other duties as assigned

Managerial Duties:

• Responsible to execute personnel-related activities to include
• Create realistic and accurate job descriptions for your team
• Direct employee workload to ensure productivity and performance against job description
• Engage to manage positive employee relations and workplace atmosphere; work to resolve any conflicts
• Conduct ongoing feedback – both informal and semiannual feedback, counseling for improvement if necessary
• Advise management as to which employees deserve recognition including but not limited to raises, promotions and awards
• Manage accuracy of employee timecards
• Ensure employees receive and perform any required training for both position and company needs
• Guide employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies/processes
• Serve as link between upper management and employees; disseminate company information as appropriate – goals/changes/updates/news
• Co-ordinate with Director and/or VP on corporate matters
• Other manager duties as assigned 

Requirements

Education/Training (both required and desired): 

• High School diploma required
• Composite program certification preferred
  
  

Experience:

• 3+ years of professional experience in the required task area required  

Security:

• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving to accomplish workload

• Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 30 pounds independently, up to 50 pounds with assistance

• Must follow company safety rules and procedures including, but not limited to, PPE, emergency procedures, and lockout/tagout procedures

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources