Advanced Composites Manufacturing Lead - 1st Shift

AIM Aerospace, Inc•Renton, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

SEKISUI Aerospace is seeking an Advanced Composites Manufacturing Lead for its 1st shift at the Renton location. The company aims to provide an employee-friendly environment where goal-oriented individuals can thrive. This role involves leading a team in the production and development of composite materials, focusing on enhancing quality and efficiency. The Lead will coordinate with engineers to improve designs and shop-aids, operate machinery, and develop strategies and workflows. Technicians must follow instructions from engineers, ensure high-quality work, and collaborate effectively in a team environment. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Strong technical knowledge in manufacturing and the assigned area or department
Communicate clearly, professionally, and proactively.
Provide strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining perspective
Be creative, flexible, and able to drive change
Ability to multitask, follow through, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
The capability to develop and coach individuals to higher performance
Provide strong operations thinking that moves the vision to successful implementation
Exemplary reflection of our company values in commitment to the growth of the individual team members and the organization
High school diploma or GED certificate

Nice To Haves

Previous team leadership experience strongly preferred
2+ Years of demonstrated technical work proficiency in the department assigned to is preferred
Basic experience in an ERP/MRP or resource software is preferred

Responsibilities

Schedule and organize work departments daily
Provide direction and schedule production team members' daily activities
Frequently monitor and report on work progress of the team
Communicate with all departments, logistics, engineering, and production management, including other shifts, about needs, priorities, and issues
Promote flow and pull of products and information to internal and ultimately external customers
Identify, investigate, and address problems on the production floor
Coach, mentor, and develop team members by investigating root causes of scrap and RMA issues
Work with production and quality teams to prevent recurrence
Train and orient new employees on company standards and procedures
Implement 5S tools and reduce variation in the work environment
Identify and lead continuous improvement activities
Ensure company goals and objectives are being met by each employee and provide constructive feedback
Provide direction to other individuals.
Oversees the daily operations of other staff, including scheduling and assigning work.

Benefits

Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)
Dental, Vision, Prescription
Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!
15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year