Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer X-Plant (2nd Shift)

Airbus•Mobile, AL

41d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the X-Plant Department Leadership team, the incumbent will assist in coordinating all activities related to the X-Plant M.E team functions within their designated X-Plant MFT business area. The X-Plant M.E Supervisor ensures that actions are launched in a timely orderly way, to support the dedicated X-Plant MFT and X-Plant Operations Leader Manager (technical analysis, part ordering, Work Order creation, OSW analysis). Identifies critical points, launches actions and proactively follows until task closure. Provide input and manage/lead the X-Plant M.E Team including operational priorities and deliverables according to the FAL & Flightline milestones. Ensure that team members are competent and have the required skill set proficiency. Establishes and maintains effective communication with the X-Plant MFT, X-Plant Leadership and wider FAL teams.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar and/or combination of education and experience.
Minimum 6 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience within Airbus, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Manufacturing Engineering experience and strong skill set
Experience in working with internal & external partners, suppliers and plants
High degree of flexibility and initiative
Proven ability to coordinate several projects and tasks simultaneously
Strong knowledge of the Airbus worksharing structure, specifically the A320 Program
Possess the motivation to learn.
Able to read and interpret 2D engineering drawings and technical standards.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and tools used in manufacturing engineering.
Knowledge of rules for aircraft design and manufacturing.
Ability to work in a team environment, cross-functional team environment, as well as independently and with customers and channels.
Have the ability to establish and maintain a good relationship with all internal customers.
Have the ability to work in an international team.
Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
Must be able to present clear and concise briefings and reports to customers and executives
Knowledge of Airbus processes and methods.
Google Suite (Google Mail, Docs, and Sheets)
Airbus IT-Tools (AIRINA, TAKSY, ECM, eQLB, ALB).
Knowledge of common applications such as SAP.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in managing and leading
X-Plant and/or Plant experience

Responsibilities

Leads up to 10 white collar manufacturing engineers
Manage and Lead QSR’s, complex rework/repairs, and working parties by building and executing a plan with the nominated MFT (Production, engineering, quality, method, etc.)
Ensure effective coordination and planning is taking place during working party preparation.
Coach and train on best practices for working party preparation.
Ensure MFT is effectively implementing the late changes including work order preparation and logistics.
Attend management level meetings to give proper technical knowledge/guidance and advise planning updates
Lead daily SQCDP routine and daily points prioritization with the Manufacturing Engineering team
Work in a dynamic and proactive Multi Functional Team (MFT) involving X-Plant Manufacturing Engineering, production, Quality and Logistics functions, where you will drive to put forward optimal solutions for all X-Plant related Outstanding Work Items being managed in the assigned business area
Provide/Ensure Technical Leadership within the X-Plant MFT and coordination with engineering functions locally and globally
Liaise with Plants, suppliers and procurement to organize OSW items within your assigned Business Unit
Lead and supervise the Manufacturing Engineers within your team- determine operational priorities, daily targets, goals and objectives in line with X-Plant Dept. and FAL targets
Responsible for planning, organizing, supervising and providing context to your direct reports
Coordinate the manufacturing engineering support for the integrated product development teams reporting to Head of X-Plant M.E
Ensure M.E function targets, daily performance review and feedback are effectively completed within your assigned M.E team
Ensure X-Plant planning and reporting tools such as the Dynamic PPC application, Tandem and Aircraft progress are concurrent and implemented within your team
Provide input- lead the processes between the departments and the external stakeholders and provide an excellent service to the customers
Manage and develop a talented engaged team
Coach, lead and motivate your team- provide Technical leadership and guidance to wider MFT
Plan and implement the introduction of changes- Aircraft, process and ways of working
Define with your team manufacturing and assembly strategies for X-Plant OSW within your business area
Provide on Quality and on Time work instructions to the X-Plant Operations Team
Work as part of an integrated team to ensure Business Unit have visibility on status of critical items in the area
Optimize and implement processes/ways of working to improve the overall department and business
Master the aircraft manufacturing techniques, the industrial processes, industrial planning, organization around the product and the associated procedures
Prevention and elimination of disturbances in the manufacturing process and monitoring the interfaces between the FAL and Suppliers
Actively lead and contribute to QPS routines within related business units- contribute to elimination/resolution of repetitive NC’s within the FAL
Manage and integrated the activities performed in FAL by Airbus Plants & Suppliers
Ensure consistency of operations and products in the SA Program by regular exchange of best practice between other Airbus FALs and plants- HABIT Reviews preparation, participation, implementation and feedback
Interview & hire the best people for jobs, lead and coach the team and develop their skills.
High flexibility and “multiple skill” requirements for the workforce and the management due to the small team during start-up
Preserve a high standard of technical knowledge among the workforce in a context of mobility, turn-over and integration of new Manufacturing Engineers, Quality and Operations
Ensure fulfillment of legal and airworthiness requirements to ensure Operation, such as demonstration of compliance for the maintenance of the POA
Contribute to enhancing the corporate image by ensuring the FAL environment standard is high and continuously improved
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive base salary
incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time
holidays
generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans)
prescription
dental
vision
life
disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
other supplemental benefit coverages.
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University
unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
national and international mobility