Front Line Leader - 1st Shift - Rotors

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We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation aircraft.

This position is onsite at the Rotors Service Center in Fort Worth, Texas.

This position is 1st Shift (7:00AM-4:00PM) – Will have mandatory OT weekend shift (rotation typically every 4 weeks).

The Front-Line Leader is responsible for the overall execution and performance of an assigned area.

This includes but is not limited to the general assigning, managing and directing of the daily manufacturing activities of up to 25 union covered employees within their assigned area to attain economy of operations, maximize throughput, and ensure profitable production of parts.

The Front-Line Leader will also be responsible for driving performance, safety, quality of work, managing cost, and managing employee relations.

• Provide daily assignment and direction to direct reports.
• Conduct disciplines of employees when necessary.
• Manage in accordance with the local production union Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Utilize metrics driven accountability for performance: TAKT, earned hours, efficiency, schedule, overhead, and overtime charges.
• Achieve objectives in a matrix work environment and work effectively with multiple functions (such as Supply Chain, Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Quality, etc.).
• Develop, support, and implement process improvements.
• Evaluate business impact in regard to metrics, activity reports, delivery schedules, manpower, etc.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, leadership, communication and organization skills.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing environment experience is required
• At least 3 years proven success in a professional leadership role is preferred
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, detail oriented, and data driven with a strong sense of urgency.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work multiple shifts.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Experience and/or training in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma desired
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) preferred
• Machining experience is preferred
• This candidate should be creative, entrepreneurial, and an empowering team leader.

• Drive for Results
• Conflict Management
• Developing Direct Reports
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity and Trust
• Managerial Courage
• Building Effective Teams
• Planning
• Problem Solving

Performs highly complex and varied tasks requiring independent knowledge, its application to a variety of situations, as well as exercise of independent judgment. Must have the ability to analyze situations and respond to problems to ensure internal and external customer demands are met.

Assigned to a distribution environment. Must be able to assist direct reports. Uses computer terminal frequently. Interfaces with other managerial, office and hourly employees on a regular basis with various forms of communication. Required to wear appropriate PPE (i.e., safety glasses).

NOTE:

Bell/Textron Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this role.

• You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours Vacation time
• 12-13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
• Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
• And so much more

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