Master Craftsperson - Aviation Upholstery Job Brunswick area,Georgia USA,Manufacturing / Production

Master Craftsperson - Aviation Upholstery in GAC Brunswick

Unique Skills:

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Looking for a candidate with a minimum of 10 years of upholstery experience.

Candidate must have proficient knowledge and skill necessary to perform the job including but not limited to (sewing, patterning, foam building and assembly, fit form and function checks, disassembly and reassembly of seat and divan frames, covering panels and curtain fabrication).

Candidate must have an established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes.

Candidate must be willing to train other employees.

Candidate responsibility’s :

Working with and knowing how to find design information. Reviewing Design and engineering documents and making corrections as needed.
Reviewing and gathering information for burns
Assist in problem solving and troubleshooting. (Work with engineering and other departments leads to come up with solutions.)
Develop training and administer employee skills Development. (Develop a shop standard training guideline.)
Support 6S and Lean activities. (Perform 6S audits 1 every quarter.)
Completed all required paperwork and documentation include CMP card, Travelers and R&I logs (MY CMP, Manuals and research archived information like burns and tec data. Live link ect… )
Comply with all safety 6S and housekeeping policies and use of Personal Protective equipment. (Cell phone and ear bud usage.)
Must Have the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date. 10 years extensive experience in production/manufacturing/service center.

Position Purpose
:

Technical expert on in-service aircraft and perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Function independently in a team oriented work environment and in a leadership role when required.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Perform technical functions such as correct methods of in-service installations, repairs/mods, and refurbishments.

Troubleshoot any problem areas on in-service aircraft to determine cause and pursue preventative actions with proper liaison which improves efficiency and product quality.

Assist in problem solving to establish or correct planning methods for in-service aircraft refurbishments and installations efficiently by utilizing standard techniques, procedures and criteria.

Interact with Engineering, Product Support Engineering and Quality Control to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.

Organize, develop (with assistance of the Training Department) and administer the Employee Skills Development Program.

Identify and develop training requirements for tooling, test equipment and other areas.

Plan, schedule and complete tasks in order to meet service/delivery schedules. .

Assist management, as required, with supervision and instruction of technicians in proper procedures and techniques of trouble shooting airframe, routine inspections and preventive maintenance. Assist with performance appraisal of subordinates.

Assess strengths and weaknesses of subordinates. Apply strengths for maximum job efficiency and provide guidance and growth opportunities to reinforce developmental areas. Provide diverse learning opportunities. .

Maintain a current knowledge of industry standards, vendor information and all other procedures, publications and general knowledge pertaining to product support installations, repairs, and refurbishments.

Assist in maintaining work schedules and updating of CMP cards. Review work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with…