Business Unit leader - Production Manager, Shift Operations

Pursuit Aerospace•Malden, MA

4d•$105,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality. Pursuit Aerospace has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products. We are seeking a Business Unit Leader who will be accountable for functional, business, and broad company objectives. This role integrates and develops processes that meet business needs across the organization, manages complex issues within functional areas of expertise, and is involved in long-term planning. The position contributes to the overall business strategy and could lead hourly and/or salaried staff, including direct labor, engineering, quality staff, and cell supervisors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, technical field AND 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment – OR – in lieu of degree, 10 years of experience in a complex, precision-driven manufacturing environment
3+ years of progressive experience in a leadership role, with direct reports
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and business processes related to Planning and MRP.
Working knowledge of manufacturing operations in the aerospace industry.
Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and / or Six Sigma training and experience.
Strong technical, quantitative, and analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong project management and presentation skills with the ability to design and deliver training programs.
Team leadership and strong organizational skills.
Influencing and negotiation skills.
Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and provide efficient solutions.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work effectively with internal clients at the highest levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Leads all aspects of business unit performance, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
Owns the development and execution of operational strategies to drive efficiency, quality, and profitability.
Drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost effectiveness.
Manages and develops a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory, customer, and company requirements.
Leads the implementation and sustainment of Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize production processes.
Owns key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensures data-driven decision-making.
Drives collaboration across engineering, quality, and production teams to improve workflow and process effectiveness.
Leads problem-solving efforts using root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Owns financial performance for the business unit, ensuring cost controls and budget adherence.
Champions a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and team development.