Lead Manufacturing Specialist - Material Plan & Execution

GE Aerospace • Clearwater, FL • 2d ago

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Working at our Clearwater Location

Clearwater is a provider of engineering, circuit card assembly, OEM Avionics, and MRO services to commercial and military customers. Products and technologies here are diverse and highly sophisticated. Your work will contribute to systems that manage the performance of Boeing 737 and 787 aircraft as well as F-18s, F-35s, Harriers, and Apaches. Not only will you work in a facility that has been awarded OSHAS's highest safety rating, but you'll be part of a diverse team of employees working together to impact the future of flight for generations.

Role Overview

The Lead Manufacturing Specialist (Material Plan & Execution) will coordinate and expedite the flow of material within the shop according to production schedules. The role has responsibility to plan and schedule material/production needs as well as release/execute material work orders. A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills. As a lead, you'll provide informal guidance to team members and be expected to take on the more challenging production control assignments.

Roles and Responsibilities

Manage master planning and material processes and systems, which includes preparing and updating production schedules and purchasing plans.

Ensure operational alignment with production plans and KPIs, which includes optimizing inventory and process improvements.

Manage work orders in accordance with the production schedule from release to completion, including shortage tracking, scrap replacements, and outside processes.

Relay material shortages to the sourcing and planning functions and communicate shortage impacts to the operations/production team through fulfillment.

Maintain a status of all work in process (WIP). Coordinate with the production supervisor/coach on upcoming work order releases to align with the production schedule and customer commitments.

Attend regular operating rhythms and be prepared to discuss material status, delinquency/delivery, and schedule changes.

Participate in and lead process improvement projects, value stream mapping events, and Kaizen events/projects.

Work in cross-functional teams to support the production personnel, identify issues, implement corrective actions, and drive lean initiatives/improvements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in material management)

Minimum of 3 years of experience in material management

Preferred Qualifications

APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent.

Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Strong knowledge of material planning principles, inventory management, and supply chain processes.

Proficiency in ERP systems, ideally Oracle, and advanced Excel skills.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights\10\20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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