Senior Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations (Onsite)

RTX•Wells, ME

9d•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. Are you ready to go beyond? 1st Shift Monday - Thursday (4x10)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5 or more years of business operations experience within a manufacturing, engineering or closely related technical environment OR an Associate's degree and 7 or more years of experience in a business operations experience within a manufacturing, engineering or closely related technical environment
In absence of a degree, 9 or more years in a business operations experience within a manufacturing, engineering or closely related technical environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Experience working in an environment with constantly fluctuating priorities
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated skill and success in team leadership, facilitation & coaching skills
Working knowledge of shop practices, processes and procedures
Understanding of continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma and Lean
Proven flexibility / adaptability in high stress, ambiguous environments
Working knowledge of new product / process technologies

Responsibilities

The Senior Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations is responsible for providing leadership to one or more Business Unit Cells.
The Senior Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations will apply CORE, Lean and other continuous improvement techniques to develop and implement process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing quality, throughput and delivery integrity.
Provide leadership and guidance to multi-skilled group of team members engaged in the manufacture and repair of jet engine components.
Ensure employees are adequately trained and work in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
Execute business decisions fairly, conduct annual performance reviews, hold regular toolbox meetings, provide two-way communications, consistent application of policy/work rules, clear, consistent communication of organizational goals and objectives.
Able to bridge business objectives across (3) operating shifts; be flexible relative to department assignment and be available for off-shift work
Support all legal obligations such as United States Government contracting and Administration of FAA policies and procedures.
Responsible for making minor changes in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of the work area.
Sets day-to-day operational objectives for team.
Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution