Supervisor; Assembly and O&R

Title

Supervisor (Assembly and O&R)

PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight‑critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the U.S. Government. With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private‑equity owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense‑focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed‑wing and rotorcraft programs.

Several of our businesses provide metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft and rockets. Headquartered in Newington, Connecticut, we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture that rewards performance. PCX Aerosystems embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The position of Cell Leader is a key catalyst on a manufacturing Cell Team, who works in conjunction with Process Engineering, Quality Engineering, and hourly Cell associates to manufacture or assemble a component or major assembly. As such, this individual must supervise a group or groups engaged in various activities in the Operations organization, and act with urgency to direct the resolution of technical and logistics problems and the introduction of measures to improve operations and customer relations.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Set work priorities aligned to satisfy company, customer demand and on‑time delivery metrics. Collaborate with planner and peer Cell Leaders to schedule work through the various manufacturing work centers and manage work center to assure adequate flow of production. Manage line balance ensuring the pacing process is adequately staffed to maintain desired output levels. Hold direct reports accountable to meet Operating, OTD, Quality and Safety metrics.
  
  Ensure direct reports are fully engaged performing value added work.
• Develop and implement action plans to meet department goals in the areas of labor efficiency, labor utilization, housekeeping, on‑time delivery and productivity improvements. Perform regular daily audits of key processes to ensure optimum process performance and use of latest operation sheets.
• Maintain department/cell metrics. Ensure all direct reports understand their cell metrics and how they impact/improve each metric. Monitor Utilization rate in cell is at acceptable level (direct vs. indirect), Labor Efficiency (by person, by job), Quality Performance (Maintain Quality log), enforce work rules (breaks, cell phones, newspapers, etc.), ensure TPM/PM is being completed.
• Coach direct reports in maintaining accurate reporting of employee time, vouchering and work performance within the area. Develop and maintain Skills Matrix for accurate identification of workforce capabilities and cross‑train to support business need.
• Encourage employee involvement in and ownership of continuous improvement activities focused on LEAN and waste reduction. Implement and maintain 6S in Cell.
• Develop, plan and implement continuous quality improvement through teams within the area of responsibility to attain World Class Quality. Ensure PDRs are written quickly & thoroughly. Initiate PRB review on suspect parts in a timely manner. Support weekly PRB meetings to determine RCCA and develop rework scenarios where possible. Respond to production problems by personally investigating and resolving such problems with hourly and salaried personnel to assure a continuing flow of product.
  
  Utilize formal problem solving methodologies to discover and eliminate root cause.
• Actively participate, recommend, and initiate improvement in our EH&S practices and procedures.
• Reward and recognize associates on a regular basis and support programs that encourage employee involvement and recognition.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years' experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment
• Prior experience in a unionized facility is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent process and problem‑solving skills
• Effe…