A220 Flight Line Team Lead (2nd Shift)

Airbus•Mobile, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a A220 Flight Line Team Lead (2nd Shift) based in Mobile, AL. Assists the department manager in providing Flight Line Operations support according to the Milestone and Delivery schedule. Achieves this by assigning work, securing materials and tools, training operators and reporting and monitoring Flight Line quality and output. Activities are limited to a specific function or area. Meet the team: The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft. Your working environment: Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond. How we care for you: Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”). Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program. Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility. Your challenges: Assumes all routine Flight Line responsibilities of the group manager in the manager's absence. Troubleshoots Flight Line problems and secures necessary assistance to resolve them. Reviews Flight Line schedule and assigns work to facilitate meeting schedules. Establishes an orderly flow of parts, tools and materials. Keeps Flight Line records and monitors for accuracy of reporting. Maintains level of supplies in selected areas. In conjunction with Quality monitors line quality and notifies personnel of deviations. Assists managers in performance reviews, recommends disciplinary action, promotion, etc. Is an advocate for LEAN within the group; encourages LEAN thinking and supports and assists in the implementation of LEAN initiatives/KAIZENS. Assists technicians in running tests and helps solve Flight Line problems. Trains new operators and cross-trains as assigned. Daily Review and Monitoring of Employee workbook time clocking and PTO. May be responsible for coordinating activities with contractors. May fill in for absent operators as necessary. Able to interface with customers in a professional manner. Able to interface with key departments such as Quality, Engineering, CAM and Flight Test Personnel. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A thorough knowledge of A220 processes being used in the area of responsibility.
Strong communication skills.
Able to mentor multiple individuals through daily activities.

Nice To Haves

Current PV/DI-Flightline Mechanic - preferred.

Responsibilities

Assumes all routine Flight Line responsibilities of the group manager in the manager's absence.
Troubleshoots Flight Line problems and secures necessary assistance to resolve them.
Reviews Flight Line schedule and assigns work to facilitate meeting schedules.
Establishes an orderly flow of parts, tools and materials.
Keeps Flight Line records and monitors for accuracy of reporting.
Maintains level of supplies in selected areas.
In conjunction with Quality monitors line quality and notifies personnel of deviations.
Assists managers in performance reviews, recommends disciplinary action, promotion, etc.
Is an advocate for LEAN within the group; encourages LEAN thinking and supports and assists in the implementation of LEAN initiatives/KAIZENS.
Assists technicians in running tests and helps solve Flight Line problems.
Trains new operators and cross-trains as assigned.
Daily Review and Monitoring of Employee workbook time clocking and PTO.
May be responsible for coordinating activities with contractors.
May fill in for absent operators as necessary.
Able to interface with customers in a professional manner.
Able to interface with key departments such as Quality, Engineering, CAM and Flight Test Personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).
Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

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