Job Description:

WE’RE LOOKING FOR A SUPERVISOR, METALLIC MANUFACTURING 

POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE

The Supervisor, Metallic Manufacturing reports directly to the Director of Manufacturing and is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the Metallic Manufacturing Department, while ensuring the delivery of on cost, on quality and on time parts to internal and external stakeholders.  The Supervisor is also responsible to continually develop employees and ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Production

Responsible for the safety of all employees, product, processes and working environment within Metallic Manufacturing.

Identification and remediation of safety hazards or unsafe practices.

Supervise and coordinate all Metallic Manufacturing production activities to achieve TCOs and KPIs

On time delivery

On time quality / quality escapes

Right First Time

Production hourly rate

Non-productive time bookings (indirect hours)

Program hours (budget vs actual)

Premium freight

Liaise with supporting departments to ensure smooth production flow and escalate roadblocks to meet customer deadlines and company KPIs

Adherence to production schedule and requirements through monitoring and allocating resources (labour and equipment) appropriately.

Identify risks and opportunities to develop mitigation plans for risks and actions plans for opportunities 

Ensure regular reporting of metrics to Management

Ensure all Metallic Manufacturing employees are trained, and cross trained,  for success and training methodology is documented addressing recognized needs and deficiencies

Assist HR with recruitment of employees as required

Maintain a tour ready production environment at all times (5S Practices / FOD Awareness)

Supports new business development opportunities

Team Management 

Lead and mentor production technicians for alignment with Airbus values & behaviours

Develop and advance relationships with key stakeholders within AHCA to ensure clarity, consistency and continuity when dealing with business or personnel issues.

Uphold the Airbus Values and Vision and promote a speak up culture

Work to develop a culture within manufacturing that promotes communication, trust, empowerment, innovation, continuous improvement and problem solving

Support with management of the budget and other financial measures of the Manufacturing department

Complete annual training, goal setting, performance management and development talks for all team members .

 

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

A post secondary degree in an engineering technology or business management program field or equivalent industry experience

Experience

5 years working experience and knowledge in the area of metallic manufacturing, machining or a similar environment

3 years direct supervisory experience, preferably in manufacturing

Experience in the aerospace industry preferred with AS9100 and NADCAP

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

Strong understanding of production scheduling, workflow management and operational efficiency

Demonstrated capability and knowledge in the processes, equipment (setup, operation and maintenance) and limitations of each used in metallic manufacturing, namely:

CNC Mills, NC Mills, lathes, manual machining, router table

NC brake, manual brake, stretcher, former

General process grinding, polishing, sander, shear

Assembly, riveting, drilling, reaming, etc.

Knowledge of C / COV and B / BOV machining processes and dynamic component repair procedures

Demonstrated knowledge in the heat treatment process, specifically AMS2750 and the processes surrounding TUS and SAT. 

Knowledge of the processing requirements/mechanical properties of different types and tempers of materials

Familiarity with the design, construction and use of dies,  jigs and fixtures for assembly, fabrication and machining to produce finished products

Reading and understanding of engineering drawings to determine process sequences and equipment required

Ability to read and write g-code using CAM software and at the machine controller

Mathematical ability

Metrology and tolerancing

Technical Systems Proficiency

 SAP Extended user (inventory management, time booking adjustments, labor reports and queries) 

Proficiency with Google Suite

EngraveLab 7 familiarity

AXYZ Toolpath

Mastercam 

ISO G-code 

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Leadership <JF-FA-EM>

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