Business Unit Leader

RTX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? Asheville Hot Section operations is looking for a high-energy, dynamic team leader to fulfill a Business Unit Leader (BUL) (Onsite). The BUL is responsible for driving exceptional performance in all key metrics: Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S), quality, delivery, cost reduction, and fostering employee engagement. You will manage and coach work area supervisors that are responsible for supervising ~100 hourly employees. Moreover, you will build a team that is responsive and flexible, empowering employees from supervisors to operators. Understanding and ultimately exceeding customer expectations is a strength you'll need in the BUL role.

Requirements

• Excellent organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills are important.
• And the ability to thrive in a team environment with high-performance expectations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a technical field
• 12 years of manufacturing operations experience
• Or possess an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of related experience.
• Requires deep management and leadership knowledge, to lead cross-department project teams or manage across multiple related departments.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of continuous improvement principles.
• Understanding and ability to drive quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving business unit goals.
• Establish work schedules taking into account customer requirements, resource availability, and other priorities.
• The BUL also assists in the development of strategic planning such as the development of forecasts, financial planning, training, and capital expenditures.
• Hold employees accountable while maintaining a key working relationship.
• Drive world-class safety culture and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly.
• Lead EH&S, continuous process improvement opportunities, hourly staff planning, and critical resource allocation to ensure that business metrics are met.
• Develop monthly delivery plans that align with customer needs and satisfy financial obligations.
• Oversight over supplier value stream.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees