Associate Operations Support Specialist

Position Responsibilities

As the operation process expert, this role provides guidance to the build plan including methods and techniques, sequence of steps, tool plans, layouts, etc.

Responsible for keeping up with industry best practices and implementing them within operations.

Develops labor hour estimates as well as tooling and build concepts for new bid proposals.

Provides expertise in production engineering disciplines.

Applies principles and practices typically associated with quality engineering, industrial engineering, and manufacturing engineering functions and coordinates with other support disciplines or core functions as required.

Takes teams to coordinate with include: Engineering, management, lean, tooling and operations.

Develops quality and cost-effective methods, standards, and systems for production by applying production engineering principles.

Leads and participates in long-range technical research on proposed projects.

Provides guidance to less experienced manufacturing support staff.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of related experience in manufacturing, continuous improvement, and/or manufacturing support

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Trade School Certificate, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree
• Strong MS Office Suite skills (specifically Excel and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-based environment
• Self-motivated; taking ownership of projects and issues, including follow through to closure
• Familiar with RCCA
• Project Management experience
• Understanding of fabrication and/or assembly build processes and sequencing
• Experience in Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Support
• Familiarity with drilling and fastening parts
• Experience with SAP and/or MESS
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
• Active listener and willing to learn
• High level of understanding in manufacturing of Sheet Metal assembly

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
• Summary Pay Range - Associate (Level 2): $59,450 - $91,150
• Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.