Supv Quality

Textron • Williamsport, PA

3d

About The Position

Lycoming Engines seeks a supervisor to lead a high-performing team of production inspectors, metrology technicians, and skilled trades personnel supporting production, development, assembly, and testing of engine products and systems. The ideal candidate is a charismatic leader and change agent who drives relentless improvement, motivates team members, and inspires every individual to strive for excellence in safety, quality, delivery and cost performance.

Requirements

• Leadership experience
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to positively influence work culture and drive change in organizations
• Strong problem solving, team building, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong work ethic
• Knowledge of quality process and procedures, gage calibration, plate layout, first article, and final product inspection.
• Ability to develop, implement, and maintain facility infrastructure
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize work to meet customer requirements for both production and development demands
• Ability to work with and support the FAA to ensure investigations are conducted accurately and on schedule
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience

Nice To Haves

• Machine shop inspection experience, non-destructive inspection experience, and experience utilizing statistical process control is preferred
• Knowledge of general aviation engine and airframe applications is preferred
• Engine assembly, test, and/or dynamometer experience is a plus
• Lean manufacturing experience is preferred
• Six Sigma training and experience is preferred
• Basic knowledge of Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and vision systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems is preferred
• Technical degree is preferred

Responsibilities

• Hiring, coaching, training, developing, directing, counseling, and disciplining employees in a fair and consistent manner
• Leading and directing employees in various size quality assurance / quality control departments
• Developing and improving operations towards best-in-class standards including but not limited to talent, processes, and facilities
• Supervising bargained personnel to ensure efficient manpower utilization and assist with planning
• Proactively participating in cross-functional efforts and teams to support overall Lycoming objectives
• Training and developing all bargaining unit personnel
• Administering the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and collaborating with union leaders in the resolution of shop issues
• Assisting with selection, installation, operation, and on-going maintenance of equipment and systems
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level