Job Description

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace.

In this critical position, you will contribute to the entire site company goals by providing high quality sub-assemblies. In this role, you will spend approximately half of your time performing the duties of a group lead, and the other half dedicated to planner activities. You will support the manufacturing leadership team by coaching and mentoring one or more production cells within the department. You will distribute and ensure flow of work is consistent and effective to meet production goals. In addition to driving team production and individual team member growth, you will focus on championing lean processes and continually improve processes and flow.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

DAILY OPERATIONS

• Own Tier 1 meeting preparation and deliver meeting as needed – communicate; output, misses, quality goals, how we will close the gaps, equipment and facility issue resolution, recognize achievements and GOOD CATCHES.

• Responsible for daily prepping of production jobs for Product Line

• Perform Planner activities including management of inventory, including cycle counts, parts storage and organization, and escalation of part shortages.

• Effectively communicate and document standard work changes.

• Ensure shift change is executed properly between shift leads, as well as with operators at each station.

• Perform stand-down training as needed with each operator within assigned work cell(s) and provide preliminary review of employees for the OJT sign-off

• Ensure training and cross-training is completed in a timely manner, based on the specific workstation. Provide suggestions to the Supervisor on cross-training potential and depth building.

• Strategically analyze roster and skills matrix to optimize workstations.

• Facilitate Operator discussions on performance before escalation to the Supervisor

• Regular Pitchwalks - pulse operators on a periodic basis to understand what support they need to meet objectives.

• Evaluate the team, providing tools, coaching, and countermeasures for underperformance escalating to Supervisor as appropriate.

• Strategically organize and prioritize resources to meet high demands with minimal resources.

• Review output on a regular basis and update Tier boards accordingly.

DRIVE CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Support CORE and Continuous Improvement activities.

• Identify Flow Inhibitors and material shortages and escalate accordingly.

• Identify and encourage turnbacks.

DRIVE QUALITY

• Perform regular Gemba Walks to observe non-standard production.

• Support manufacturing floor sweep.

• Monitor non-conforming material area and expedite disposition.

• Communicate Quality Alerts.

DRIVE SAFETY

• Own PPE compliance within assigned work cell(s).

• Enter RIDII’s on operator or own behalf

• Understand and provide support for building evacuations.

• Escalate PPE shortages or failure to adhere to PPE to Supervisor.

DRIVE UPTIME

• On time delivery of calibrated equipment to ensure compliance to due date

• Ensure TPMs are being performed by employees within assigned Work Cell(s).

• Enter work orders for down equipment, escalating when not addressed in a timely manner

• Review chemical cabinets for expired or non-compliant material.

• 5S shared spaces within assigned Work Cell and ensure employees are performing and adhering to 5S practices.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable shadow boards.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• You will gain experience effectively leading a production team and will regularly interface with leadership.

• You will learn the responsibilities/roles of a planner by releasing and prepping production jobs.

• You will learn/build skills in effective time management by splitting daily duties between Lead and Planning activities.

• This role will position you for a potential opportunity to move into a higher level leadership position or a Planner Position.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration - This position will offer the opportunity to collaborate with individuals across all functions at the Burnsville Site. Networking opportunities, connecting with industry experts, expand professional network.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Basic MS Excel – and general understanding of the MS Office Suite.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.

• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to respond quickly and adapt effectively to non-routine requests and situations with accuracy.

• Ability to anticipate needs, be proactive, and apply sound judgment when making decisions.

• Collins Enterprise Values including Safety | Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

• Adoption Assistance

• Autism Benefit

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.