Lead Aircraft Structures Assembler

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Job Description:

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Lead Aircraft Structures Assembler to join their team based in Mobile, AL. to perform and assure structural assemblies of metallic and/or composite components (including hybrid stacks) following drawing requirements and applicable standards

Meet the team:

• The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you'll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment:

• Nearby on 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP")

• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.

• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Position Summary

Assists the Interiors Station Supervisor in providing an orderly flow of task according to the schedule.

Achieves this by assigning work, securing materials and tools, reporting and monitoring production

quality and output. Activities are limited to a specific function or area

Primary Responsibilities

• Assumes all routine Station responsibilities of the group manager/supervisor

in the manager's or Supervisor's absence.

• Troubleshoots Station issues and secures necessary assistance to resolve

them.

• Reviews production schedule and assigns work to facilitate completion of

tasks and Aircraft movement in accordance with established schedule

• Establishes an orderly flow of work.
• Keeps station performance records and monitors for accuracy of reporting,

such as, work orders, SOI, KPIs.

• Maintains level of supplies in selected areas.
• In conjunction with Quality monitors line quality and notify personnel of

deviations.

• Assists managers in performance reviews, recommends disciplinary action,

promotion, etc.

• Is an advocate for LEAN within the group; encourages LEAN thinking and

supports and assists in the implementation of LEAN initiatives/KAIZENS.

• May be responsible for coordinating activities with contractors.
• May fill in for absent operators as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualified Experience and Training

Required Education

• A mandatory knowledge of processes being used in the area of responsibility.
• Strong and strict application of the FOD and Tool Control specification.
• Strong organizational skills
• Quality and Safety specifically applied to Interiors Station activities.
• Requires ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form with internal and external

customers.

Required Experience

• Qualified for Station, FPS and other support equipment required on the station.
• Must be able to use Google Suite, HMS, MES, and iObeya.
• Must possess a minimum of 5 years aviation experience
• Must have Interiors Station specific training, or demonstrate an ability to adapt, learn and lead

Physical Requirements

Vision: able to see and read computer screen

and other electronic equipment with screens,

able to read documents, reports and

engineering drawings.

Hearing: able to hear to participate in

conversations in person and via

teleconference or phone and to hear sounds

on production floor including safety warnings

or alarms.

Speaking: able to speak in conversations and

meetings, deliver information and participate

in communications.

Equipment Operation (personal computer,

telephone, copies, fax machine, and related

office equipment and using electronic

identification card to enter building floors and

internal doors): able to operate most office

and personal electronic equipment and some

tools including production tools such as

hydraulic lifts.

Carrying: able to carry documents, tools,

drawings, electronic equipment up to

30lbs/14kgs.

Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings,

electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small

office furniture and some equipment and

tools.

Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in

meetings, working on computer.

Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to

retrieve or replace items stored on low

shelving.

Standing: able to stand for discussions in

offices or on production floor.

Travel: able to travel independently and at

short notice.

Walking: (include routine walking such as to a

shared printer to retrieve documents): able to

walk through office and production areas

including uneven surfaces.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Assembly & Integration

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