Position Details
Req ID
req2430
Job Title
LEAD TOOLMAKER
Division
Nacelle and Thrust Reversers
Shift
First Shift
Job Summary
Job Summary
Supervises and coordinates activities of assigned personnel. Implements and administers policies and procedures as delegated by management. Develops and provides leadership to institutionalize the processes of Continuous Improvement in accordance with organization goals and objectives.
Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities
- Works within established organizational objectives. Accomplishes results by performing the works of subordinates and through subordinate nonexempt staff. Performs typical responsibilities of management requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and coaching. Work is reviewed for adequacy in meeting cost, schedule and quality objectives.
- Schedules, directs, and coordinates activities in the tooling area in order to minimize delays and increase production efficiency. Makes job assignments, assists with technical problems.
- Directs, trains and assists subordinate shop Stakeholders in the proper procedures, methods, and practices to be followed in each of their respective duties.
- Proficient in blueprint reading and capable of working from Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), ESO's, and any other technical data, whether generated internally or externally.
- Records and maintains activities pertaining to the repair and/or manufacture of parts and/or assembles, i.e. , work orders, etc.
- Ensures integrity of quality workmanship and that all work is at an acceptance level per internal specifications and processes.
- Maintains cost effectiveness and works within the established guidelines given by supervisor or other management personnel.
Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Minimum High School or GED.
If applicable, a combination of experience and training may be substituted for the education requirement.
Experience Requirements
5 year(s) Performing the type of work in the discipline of the work group where they will perform the duties of a Lead.
1 year(s) of the required 5 years experience in training, assigning and reviewing the work of lesser skilled stakeholders or have formal leadership assignments from another organization.
Skills and Competencies
- Must have a proficient knowledge of close tolerance measuring tools such as scales, micrometer, calipers, depth gauges, height gauges, and optical tooling instruments.
- Must be proficient in reading and interpreting aircraft blueprints, working from mylars and performing shop math.
- Experience with gas welding and/or heli-arc welding preferred, but not required.
- The following statement is only applicable if the job function will also be performed under the division's repair station certificate. To obtain a Repairman's Certification the person must understand, read, and write English and have either:
- At least 18 months of practical experience in the procedures, practices, inspection methods, materials, tools, machine tools, and equipment generally used in the maintenance duties of the specific job for which the person is to be employed and certified; or
- Completed formal training that is acceptable to the Administrator and is specifically designed to qualify the applicant for the job on which the applicant is to be employed.
- Must be proficient in the processes and procedures for the area over which supervision is exercised.
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work in excess of eight (8) hours per day and five (5) days per week, if required. Additionally, those who work at NORDAM Repair Division must be able to ascend and descend stairs.
Demand - Frequency
Walk - Frequent
Use hands to handle or feel or manipulate - Frequent
Reach with hands and arms - Frequent
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Frequent
Talk and hear - Frequent
Use close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus - Frequent
Travel between facilities (drive) - Occasional
Stand - Frequent
Climb Stairs - Occasional
Weight - Frequency
50 pounds - Frequent
Work Environment
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the Stakeholder is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment can vary from loud to a more moderate level.
Supervision
Supervision
- Works independently and sets own priorities and objectives after consultation with management.
- May independently adapt techniques and tools to meet special needs.
- Obtains management approval as directed.
EEO Statement
The NORDAM Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.