About the Company - We are looking for a Director of Operations to oversee all aspects of Operations, Supply Chain and Quality for the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul of aircraft components conducted under 14 CFR 145, EASA 145 repair shop in Union County, NC. You will also oversee production, planning/scheduling, warehouse/logistics, purchasing, inspection, test & certification. You will interact with both internal and external customers and Federal authorities at a high frequency and at multiple levels within the organization and will report to the President.
About the Role - Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee Maintenance Repair and Overhaul work conducted under 14 CFR 145, EASA 145 repair shop
- Demonstrate operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and cost
- Drive a continuous improvement culture through lean principles.
- Oversee and provide leadership to operations supply chain and quality personnel
- Coach, develop and engage teams to create seamless operations to maximize productivity
- Manages capacity, demand, & inventory levels to meet customer needs
- Drive a proactive quality mindset and production process
- Lead Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process to achieve business goals
- Implement process flow using best practices across operations and supply chain using an ERP/MRP process
- Ensure customer satisfaction
- May be required to perform additional duties, special projects and responsibilities as assigned by management
Qualifications - Basic Qualifications
- Experience with 14 CFR 145, EASA 145 repair shop
- 7 years prior aerospace industry experience
- Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Logistics & Quality experience
- Certifications & demonstrated abilities of continuous improvement
- Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities
- Able to communicate and make presentations to senior level leadership
- Ability to develop and engage a team profitably and grow
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate, influence and lead
- Experience building effective teams
- Practical experience with Continuous Improvement Tools
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or green card holder
Preferred Skills
- Experience with 14 CFR 145, EASA 145 repair shop
- Bachelor's degree
- Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) experience
- Demonstrated ability to establish and mature a Continuous Improvement culture
Equal Opportunity Statement - Benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Life insurance and disability coverage