Lead Tech, Composite Repair

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Serve as a Leader of assigned staff with responsibilities of assigning work, monitoring of performance, and resolution of employee related issues regarding assigned staff.
• Monitor performance and assist with the completion of proficiency appraisals of assigned work group.
• Recommend disciplinary actions required within assigned work group, in compliance with established guidelines.
• Ensure accountability to conduct themselves within the guidelines of company policies, work rules, and regulatory regulation.
• Aid Supervisor / Manager with the evaluation of vacation requests against scheduling/manpower requirements and responding accordingly.
• Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to ensure all duties are performed within the guidelines as specified by the Company Safety Manual.
• Communicate problem areas and resolve conflicts and discrepancies.
• Attend required meetings to discuss critical path areas, planned work, critical parts, and overall program status.
• Interact with Workload Planners to set and prioritize daily activities and product delivery schedule.
• Assign the proper labor to perform work assignments.
• Perform daily area inspection to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Develop technical processes for fabricating components using engineering specifications as a guideline.
• Perform periodic toolbox inspections.
• Ensure adherence to all Company quality and FAA regulations.
• Participate in program investigations to help determine root causes and develop corrective actions.
• Assist with accident investigations and follow-up.
• Perform periodic in-process audits of assigned crew.
• Maintain safety during work shift.
• Manage operations in the most effective manner, eliminating waste and improving productivity as well as maintaining a lean manufacturing environment.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What You Will Need to Be Successful in This Role

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• An Associate's degree in Technical or related scientific field preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of aerospace or related industry experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing/production/maintenance environment.
• Basic computer skills for use in typical office software applications.
• The ability to read and comprehend blueprints, IPC's, Engineering Orders and other technical data.
• Good oral, written, and organizational skills.
• The ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• The availability to work overtime and/or on a flexible schedule as job requirements dictate.

Pay

Competitive salary

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Subject to continual loud noises.
• Normal or corrected hearing and vision are required.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, stand for prolonged periods of time; climb steps, ladders and/or service stands.
• Must be able to safely work around hazardous chemicals, solvents, resins and adhesives.