DFW On Wing Support Production Leader – SECOND Shift

GE Aerospace • Fort Worth, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a high-impact team keeping aircraft flying safely and reliably. As the Production Leader at our DFW On Wing Support (OWS) site, you’ll lead day-to-day shop operations and orchestrate the people, processes, and priorities that power world-class turnaround and customer outcomes. You’ll be the go-to leader on the floor—removing roadblocks, setting clear standards, and coaching a skilled team to deliver on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Job Description Lead with safety and compliance : Own the safety and welfare of your team—model safe behaviors, remove hazards, and verify adherence every shift Ensure continued compliance with all regulatory requirements; close gaps fast with robust corrective and preventive actions Maintain training plans and authorizations for all technical staff; keep qualifications current and audit-ready Build a high-performing technical team : Set clear priorities, coach in the moment, and recognize wins to elevate performance Execute performance management with fairness and urgency, including Performance Improvement Plans and disciplinary actions when needed Develop skills and depth through structured on-the-job training and cross-training Run the operation with rigor : Resolve production problems at the root; recommend and implement operational changes that improve flow, quality, and turnaround Manage surge staffing and risk assessment to meet demand without compromising safety or quality Direct labor utilization with data—forecast demand, analyze trends, and align resources to plan Orchestrate materials, flow, and delivery : Manage the end-to-end flow of work through the shop in partnership with Materials & Logistics Optimize inventory to support lead time and cost control—right part, right place, right time Establish and sustain visual management so status, bottlenecks, and priorities are clear at a glance Be the voice of the customer : Build strong, transparent relationships with OWS customers, the Customer Team, and local stakeholders Communicate commitments, risks, and recovery plans proactively; drive actions to protect customer schedules Lead Lean, every day : Own the site Lean strategy and foster a culture of continuous improvement Design and implement work cells and single-piece flow to eliminate waste and improve first-time yield Facilitate, train, and coach teams in Lean fundamentals; standardize wins into standard work Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability, reduce defects, and stabilize processes Act as the site champion for FLIGHT DECK practices and daily tier cadence What “good” looks like : Zero-injury mindset, audit-ready compliance, and a trained, authorized workforce Clear daily plan, visible status, and fast problem resolution at the lowest level Stable flow with predictable turnaround time, optimized inventory, and fewer defects Engaged teams who understand the why, own the work, and improve it continuously Trusted customer relationships built on proactive communication and reliable delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (or a minimum high school diploma / GED with an additional 4+ years of manufacturing leadership experience).
• A passion for front-line leadership and developing people
• Experience in production, maintenance, or MRO environments (aerospace preferred)
• Working knowledge of lean tools (e.g., 5S, visual management, standard work, problem solving) and a track record of measurable improvements
• Strong judgment, urgency, and communication skills to align teams and deliver under pressure
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
• GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Own the safety and welfare of your team—model safe behaviors, remove hazards, and verify adherence every shift
• Ensure continued compliance with all regulatory requirements; close gaps fast with robust corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain training plans and authorizations for all technical staff; keep qualifications current and audit-ready
• Set clear priorities, coach in the moment, and recognize wins to elevate performance
• Execute performance management with fairness and urgency, including Performance Improvement Plans and disciplinary actions when needed
• Develop skills and depth through structured on-the-job training and cross-training
• Resolve production problems at the root; recommend and implement operational changes that improve flow, quality, and turnaround
• Manage surge staffing and risk assessment to meet demand without compromising safety or quality
• Direct labor utilization with data—forecast demand, analyze trends, and align resources to plan
• Manage the end-to-end flow of work through the shop in partnership with Materials & Logistics
• Optimize inventory to support lead time and cost control—right part, right place, right time
• Establish and sustain visual management so status, bottlenecks, and priorities are clear at a glance
• Build strong, transparent relationships with OWS customers, the Customer Team, and local stakeholders
• Communicate commitments, risks, and recovery plans proactively; drive actions to protect customer schedules
• Own the site Lean strategy and foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Design and implement work cells and single-piece flow to eliminate waste and improve first-time yield
• Facilitate, train, and coach teams in Lean fundamentals; standardize wins into standard work
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve process capability, reduce defects, and stabilize processes
• Act as the site champion for FLIGHT DECK practices and daily tier cadence

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

What This Job Offers

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