Value Stream Team Leader

Nextdeavor•Devens, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

You will lead a Part 145 repair station value stream, driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while serving as the FAA Accountable Manager. You will impact a small team of direct reports and work cross-functionally with operations and compliance stakeholders to maintain regulatory adherence and continuous improvement. This is an onsite, first-shift leadership role supporting day-to-day repair station operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical, operations, or business-related field
4+ years of related experience in manufacturing, operations, repair station, aerospace, or regulated environments
Strong working knowledge of FAA Part 145 requirements and related regulatory standards
Experience leading teams and improving processes to deliver results across safety, quality, service, and cost
Knowledge of production control, supply chain coordination, quality systems, and planning/execution systems such as MRP/ERP
Proven ability to build teams, develop employees, and lead positive change in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Aftermarket industry experience
Familiarity with aerospace repair

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operation of the Part 145 repair station as the FAA Accountable Manager
Ensure compliance with FAA, customer, and applicable regulatory requirements (including EASA, CAAC, CAA, DOT)
Maintain the Repair Station Manual, Quality Manual, Training Manual, Roster, and related quality system documents
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer and regulatory audits
Achieve operational goals for safety, quality, delivery, lead time, inventory, and cost
Drive continuous improvement using standardized work, visual management, 5S, PDCA, team improvement boards, and value stream boards
Lead daily team communication, problem solving, and cross-functional coordination to support workflow and rapid issue resolution
Support workforce development through coaching, cross-training, and performance management
Develop and execute value stream improvement plans to create flow, support pull systems, and level workload

Benefits

10% bonus potential and participation in an Annual Incentive Program
Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage
Dental and vision coverage
Voluntary optional life and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
Career development and tuition reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability programs
Adoption assistance
Care.com membership
Financial planning assistance
Supplemental programs: identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness (optional)
Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays