Assembly Specialist Mfg Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of represented employees in the fabrication and assembly of complex aerostructures to meet production requirements and customer acceptance
• Oversee the manufacture of completed units, including component assembly, structural joining, and system installations (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic)
• Drive solutions to complex manufacturing problems using ingenuity and creativity
• Interface with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to ensure product requirements are met

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or management role
• Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups such as Quality, Assembly, Procurement, and Supply Chain
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working in a union environment with collective bargaining agreements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
• Experience with project management, strategic planning, or new product introduction (NPI)
• Experience managing statements of work, budgets, and cost monitoring

Benefits

• Competitive pay and incentive compensation, including potential profit sharing
• Retirement savings plan and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive health and welfare insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
• Paid time off, including personal time, holidays, and a paid parental leave program
• Access to global leadership development and e-learning opportunities

About the Company

Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the design, manufacture, and delivery of aerospace products and services globally. Airbus Aerosystems Kinston specializes in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures for state-of-the-art aircraft like the Airbus A350 XWB.