Production Shop Supervisor

Air Methods•Englewood, CO

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all activities associated with production within the United Rotorcraft Division including machining of parts, assembly, wire harness fabrication, component wiring, composites, upholstery, paint, and aircraft maintenance.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five (5) years of trade, vocational school required.
Demonstrated experience with manufacturing and production processes.
Ability to read and exchange information using the e-mail and internet system.
Ability to read blueprints and operate equipment relative to area of responsibility.
Intermediate Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Nice To Haves

FAA Repair Station supervisory experience desired.
Experience relative to aerospace and DoD programs highly desired
Experience on Bell Helicopters, Airbus and MD Helicopters preferred.
Basic knowledge of aircraft painting helpful, but not required.
Knowledge in MS Project preferred

Responsibilities

Reviews manpower and capacity requirements
Defines and coordinates department requirements based on workload and schedules
Coordinates and prioritizes workflow based on schedule commitments
Strong emphasis on schedule integrity and LEAN manufacturing processes
Initiates activities associated with personnel status changes
Ensures that direct reports are adequately trained and capable of performing their duties
Ensures and maintains a safe work environment
Participates in weekly production and program status meetings
Provides estimates for proposals
Coordinates and communicates with other departments including Program Management, Quality, and Engineering
Other Duties as assigned
Regular scheduled attendance
Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 1%
Directly supervises employees in the paint, avionics, sheet metal and aircraft maintenance department.
Carries out Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
For Exempt Managers: Managers that carry out these responsibilities for two or more employees will have significant input in hiring and termination decisions.