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Assembly First Level Manager

Job in Kinston, Lenoir County, North Carolina, 28504, USA
Listing for: Airbus Aerosystems Kinston
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Job Description

Job Summary
  • Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging, connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment. Interfaces with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.
Primary

Responsibilities
  • Lead team in developing solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
  • Lead a team of represented employees in the GMF assembly area assembling complex aerostructures, to meet production requirements and customer acceptance.
  • Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging, connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment.
  • Interfaces with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualified Experience and Training
  • At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, etc.)
  • At least 5 years experience in a leadership/management role
Education

Required

  • Bachelor Degree

Or

  • 4 years of experience
Experience

Preferred

  • Experience developing and managing a statement of work on time and within budget
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite/ Google Workspace
  • Experience using SAP
  • Ability to work any shift, including alternative work weeks
  • Experience working in a union environment with collective bargaining agreements
  • Experience monitoring cost
  • Experience managing projects
  • Experience with strategic planning
  • Experience working with new product introduction (NPI)
Licensure/Certification s Travel Required
  • 5% domestic/international travel
Citizenship
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
Clearance
  • N/A
Qualified Skills Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities Communication Skills

Required

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to articulate complex issues to others.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters is essential.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.

Preferred

Technical Systems Proficiency Complexity of the Role Level of Decision Making Direct Reports

Is this a people manager?

  • Yes
Job Dimensions Nature of Contacts
  • Moderate communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties at all levels
Physical Requirements
  • Onsite: 100 %
  • Vision:
    Daily able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
  • Hearing:
    Daily able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
  • Speaking:
    Daily able to speak in…
Position Requirements
5+ Years work experience
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