Preflight Operations Leader; Breslau

Job Title

Preflight Operations Line Manager

The Preflight Operations Line Manager leads day‑to‑day operations within a manufacturing unit to achieve safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets. This role plans, implements, and controls functional activities, supervises unionized employees, and drives continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The position focuses on building a right‑first‑time culture, ensuring strong labour relations, and integrating the team into a cohesive, high‑performing operations unit.

• Plan, implement, and control functional activities to achieve Operations Unit performance targets in safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Support and execute the operating plan to meet production and operational objectives.
• Supervise unionized employees, ensuring clear work delegation and effective execution of their responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to established processes, standards, and schedules within the manufacturing environment.
• Continuously improve business processes to achieve best practices in quality, cost efficiency, and labour relations.
• Apply Lean methodology and Six Sigma tools on the shop floor to drive operational excellence and process transformation.
• Promote a strong safety‑first culture by maintaining housekeeping standards (5S) and enforcing safe working practices.
• Develop and sustain a right‑first‑time environment where quality is built into the product rather than inspected into it.
• Integrate the functional role within the broader Operations Unit to foster a one‑team approach.
• Coach, develop, and provide constructive feedback to employees to enhance performance and engagement.
• Address employee issues promptly and fairly to support a positive and productive work environment.
• Utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions.
• Manage daily operations in alignment with budget, manufacturing, and scheduling requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure customer‑focused service and timely delivery of products.
• React quickly to unforeseen events and use appropriate resources to resolve day‑to‑day operational problems.

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in a technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a line management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience applying Lean methodology and Six Sigma tools to shop floor processes.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting operational transformations to establish and develop organizational excellence.
• In‑depth knowledge and experience working with KPIs in an operations or manufacturing setting.
• Previous experience working in a unionized environment, including knowledge of collective agreements.
• Strong leadership and supervision skills, including work delegation and team coordination.
• High level of customer‑oriented mindset with a solid desire to provide excellent service.
• Ability to express ideas logically and coherently, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ethics, integrity, and honesty in all professional interactions.
• Ability to cooperate effectively with others and work as part of a team.
• Strong motivation to achieve results and complete tasks effectively.
• Ability to overcome obstacles and assume full responsibility for outcomes.
• Problem‑solving skills with the ability to utilize appropriate resources for day‑to‑day issues.
• Capacity to react quickly and effectively to unforeseen events in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required.

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, and/or heavy manufacturing environments is an asset.
• Experience managing budgets and aligning operations with financial targets.
• Experience in manufacturing scheduling and production planning.
• Experience with business process improvement and labour relations best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and engagement within teams.
• Positive attitude and resilience in the face of operational challenges.

This role is based in a manufacturing operations unit that operates on shift work, requiring…