Manager - Shop Floor Control & Materials Planning

RTX•East Hartford, CT

6d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Pratt & Whitney Hot Section Module Center – North in East Hartford CT has an open position in leadership for Shop Floor Control & Materials Management. This position will have general oversight of these operations and responsibilities include execution of material movement and systems, coaching and training of personnel, and procurement ownership to consumables and services. This individual will lead and manage value stream transformation initiatives regarding strategic materials management architecture and implementation of lean release strategies, handling methods, kitting strategies and transportation methods. The candidate will be working directly with Hot Section Module Center (HSMC) administration, materials, operations and as well as the internal manufacturing groups to assist in redefining processes, execution on business requirements and delivery to customer expectations. The selected candidate will provide leadership and direction with emphasis on change management. Additionally, communicate effectively, understand the manufacturing environment and display business insight. Successful person will excel at forward thinking and ensure that HSMC is transforming to meet the customer demands of a difficult manufacturing environment.

Requirements

BS/BA and a minimum of 8 years' experience in production, operations or manufacturing that includes time in a leadership/supervisory role.
OR a Master's Degree, with 6+ Years of related experience.
A U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contracts
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of materials management strategies, lean manufacturing system design, shop floor management execution, and continuous improvement principles
Prior experience in a manufacturing operations environment, supporting both hourly and salaried populations

Responsibilities

Provide direction to Manufacturing Cell Leaders and QA Leaders on prioritization of HSMC materials.
Provide leadership and guidance to manage all accruals, WIP, QN and PPX aging.
Establish system architecture designs that take into account customer requirements, resource availability, and other priorities.
Support CORE activities focused on Standard Production System, lean and other continuous improvement techniques to develop and implement process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing quality, throughput, and delivery integrity.
Support and participate in the execution of the lean logistic transformation plan and insourcing initiatives.
Provide leadership and guidance to a multi-skilled team engaged in the distribution of material to and from manufacturing cells and module assembly.
Ensure inventory accuracy is maintained in all warehouses.