OEM Supervisor

TAT-Limco is recognized as a world leader in the Aerospace Industry. As the premier choice for Heat Transfer manufacturing and MRO, TAT-Limco provides high-value alternatives to Commercial, Regional, and Rotary Aircraft customers worldwide.

TAT-Limco is also a premier in the Defense Industry. As the preferred choice for Heat Transfer new manufacturing and MRO, TAT-Limco affords the best-value solutions for our Military customers globally.

As the second shift supervisor, you will supervise manufacturing operation of assigned department by implementing operation strategies that guide an assigned department to achieve business results; primarily focused on working with department leadership and employees to achieve production and quality goals while maintaining a safe working environment at all times.

An effective supervisor you will possess a certain set of skills directly corelated to your area of assignment. You should be a confident leader who can successfully and continuously motivate your teams.

This role is responsible for personnel and productivity management on 2nd shift.

You will be a part of the Operations leadership team and will be responsible for conducting effective tie-ins with first shift supervisors.

The second shift work hours are 3 pm to 11:30 pm Monday through Friday with occasional weekends.

Job Description Details

• Support department mission and actionable performance plans cascaded throughout the team
• Oversee the production processes and ensure availability of necessary material, equipment, and labor resources required for the OEM team to meet customer demands
• Implement action plans to ensure a cost-effective and high-quality production
• Oversee the OEM line operations to comply with production schedule, quality standards, and ensure safety policies are met
• Oversee the day-to-day training and operations of technical production employees to ensure a competent workforce
• Report on needed maintenance of production equipment and machines to ensure efficient operations
• Liaise with the quality assurance team to ensure product quality and specifications are consistent
• Collaborate with Engineering, Customer Account Managers and Quality to ensure the OTD and TAT of our products
• Identify process/equipment improvements to drive continuous improvement actions
• Continuously manage and review employee performance
• Achieve production objectives for schedule, cost and quality
• Acknowledge and enforce compliance on goals and aggressive schedules for improvement
• Manage department KPI’s, operational metrics and report on results
• Proactively recognize and solve challenges affecting current and future ability to achieve production objectives.
• Adhere and maintain compliance with operations budgets and business plan to attain production and shipping goals
• Produce and present operational performance reports to leadership team

Requirements

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the plant production team members in areas of safety, machine operation, sanitation, quality, customer service and maintenance.

• Maintain a clear understanding of company expectations for accuracy, quality and timelessness and develop methods for meeting or exceeding those expectations.
• Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
• Ensure that quality standards are maintained and continually improved upon.
• Implement continuous improvement processes that increase productivity and reduce production costs.
• Ensure the preventative maintenance program is implemented throughout the facility, including manufacturing equipment and warehouse equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in the plant with a high standard on housekeeping.
• Find decision-making process that helps you make smart yet quick decisions.
• Use critical thinking skills to weigh your options and predict the best possible outcomes.
• Use creative strategies to solve issues and be flexible in unexpected circumstances.
• Support your team during challenging situations, and encourage them to work toward their goals.
• Check in periodically and make sure workers are meeting their individual goals and hitting set benchmarks.
• If workers fall behind assigned tasks, make immediate adjustments to help the team catch up.

Qualifications

• • 5 Years of progressive management/supervisor/lead experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work with various manufacturing and office-based technology systems, including ERP and Microsoft programs
  • Strong Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Priority Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Workload Organization
  • Staff Development
  • Managing Performance
  • Openness to Advice
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Using of measurement equipment
  • Use of general hand-tools

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of AS9100 regulatory requirements, FAA Repair Station requirements

• Experience and Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Sheet metal fabrication, machining, welding, brazing and/or assembly experience is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a supervisory role
• Minimum 5 year experience in manufacturing
• High school diploma/GED is required

• Must be goal oriented, organized and have strong organizational skills

• Must be a “hands on” leader. This is not an “office” position.
• Must provide and receive open communication
• Able to employ conflict management skills and resolve disagreements between employees
• Collaborate with other members of the team
• Create a positive work environment

Physical Demands

• Stand or Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

• Walk: Ability to move about inside the building to access assets, manufacturing shop floor, office machinery, etc.
• Use Hands/Fingers to Handle or Feel: Constantly operates office and manufacturing machinery
• Climb (Stairs/Ladders) or Balance: Ascends/descends ladders to access inventory and other assets in warehouse.
• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl: Routinely need to perform these functions as required
• Talk/Hear: Frequently communicates with coworkers, customers, and vendors who have inquiries about work orders, inventory levels, asset orders, and deliveries. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• See: Must be able to perceive, identify, and inspect documents and inventory assets. Must be able to drive.
• Carry Weight/Lift: Frequently moves inventory and completed assets weighing up to 50 pounds.

Environment:

• Climate controlled manufacturing environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, you are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, oil, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals (Appropriate PPE is provided).
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

TAT Technologies Group is dedicated to providing an inclusive, fun, and unique workplace. We believe in acknowledging and appreciating the value of our team members. One way we value our team is by providing a comprehensive and expansive benefits offering to include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K with company matching, STD, LTD, accidental coverages, EAP, and more. Insurance carriers vary based on location.

Equal Employment Opportunities – TAT TECHNOLOGIES is committed to maintaining a supportive, healthy, and productive work environment free from discrimination, harassment, or bullying, and complying with all legislative requirements. This includes equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran