About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a First Line Manufacturing Manager to support the KC-46 Everett Modification Center (EMC) in Everett, WA! This position will likely often work a split first/second shift schedule. The role is primarily second shift, however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives. Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Requirements

  • Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR completion of the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
  • 3+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing
  • 3+ years of experience in lean processes and initiatives
  • 3+ years of experience in working to lead and develop teams to execute to safety, compliance, quality and cost
  • 3+ years of experience working within a cross-functional organizational environment
  • Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
  • To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

  • 3+ years of experience in coaching, guiding and mentoring teams
  • 3+ years of experience in a formal or informal leadership role
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher
  • Experience in leading large scale / organizational change
  • Boeing Problem Solving Model Experience

Responsibilities

  • Interfaces with all KC-46 EMC operations teams, functional support organizations, multiple management levels including executive to help team: Implement, teach, coach and model Boeing Production System (BPS) and Incident and Injury Free (IIF) standards for the KC-46 EMC team
  • Develop lead and execute project and process improvement plans, implement policies and procedures and set operational goals
  • Oversee staffing acquisition process for the EMC
  • Oversee resource acquisition process for EMC improvement projects
  • Meet product requirements and ensure customer acceptance by overseeing final component installation, systems operation functional testing, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
  • Collaborates, develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, functional support core teams, peers, partners, and direct reports.
  • Manages, develops and motivates employees
  • Promote employee engagement and build an organizational culture that fosters safety and quality performance, improves employee satisfaction and retains a skilled and motivated workforce
  • Forecasts resource needs, obtains and manages personnel, facilities, equipment and tools to meet operating requirements
  • Works daily with BCA counterparts to integrate build plans for manufacturing

Benefits

  • competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
  • health insurance
  • flexible spending accounts
  • health savings accounts
  • retirement savings plans
  • life and disability insurance programs
  • a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Manager

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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