Material Operations

Duties and Responsibilities include the following but are not limited to: Responsible for daily operations related to material handling, processing and flow within designated areas. This role ensures accurate and efficient cutting, staging, inventory management and movement of raw materials. Responsible for coordinating with other departments to maintain smooth workflow and support production schedules

Operational Leadership:

Prioritize daily workload in accordance with shop schedules

Review daily throughput ensuring production targets are met

Complete daily tasks related to material processing and inventory flow

Ensure proper staging, labeling, and storage of materials to optimize space and organization

Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records including cycle counting and lot notes

Collaborate with production and logistics to meet job deadlines and priorities

Perform routine checks to ensure all equipment is maintained and operating safely

Promptly report any material shortages, equipment issues, or workflow delays to management

Review and resolve default list and missing inventory issues daily

Consistently acts in accordance with business professionalism principles including during business hours, at company events, meetings, off-site meetings, audits, etc.

Consistently provides professional business communications to internal and external customers, staff, peers and company leadership

Team Development and Leadership:

Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws with the guidance of HR; including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

Foster a culture of collaboration and team work to staff at all levels

Provide clear communication and direction to staff at all levels

Financial Management:

Monitor overtime to ensure utilization is necessary

Monitor and minimize shop down time

Complete, monitor and review inventory transactions

Reduce/eliminate part damage incurred in transportation or storage

Continuous Improvement:

Lead change management initiative to adapt to evolving industry standards

Identify opportunities to enhance efficiencies

Has authority to stop any production order for quality concerns

Ensure all employees wear appropriate PPE in designated areas as required

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:

Team oriented

Detail oriented with meticulous work habits and strong project management skills

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships

Willingness to apply hands-on approach in supporting customer activities

Strong ability to set priorities, solve problems, and be resourceful when under pressure

Comfort and experience interfacing with various levels of staff and management while working in a fast-paced environment

Must demonstrate a sense of urgency and dedication to supporting customer requirements

Preferred Education/Experience:

High school degree and two to four years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Previous experience in materials and logistics or production environment preferred

MRP or ERP system experience preferred

Aviation background preferred

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.