Carbon Operations Manager Deputy

Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.

Number 1 in aircraft landing and braking systems, Safran Landing Systems equips the commercial, regional, business and military fleets of more than 25 key airframers. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.

Reference number
2024-146317

Job details
Domain

Production
Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Workshop manager
Job title

Carbon Operations Manager Deputy
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best

Roles and Responsibilities:
• The Carbon Operations Manager Deputy oversees the carbon manufacturing operation from textile through the high temperature process, manages employees, plans and makes changes according to production schedule, promotes safety, supports and communicates company goals, rules, and standards, to employees
• Ensures that production functions are completed in accordance with established safety, quality, and production standards
• Regulating workflow to ensure maximum production capacity. Monitoring the floor production schedule to ensure that products are completed according to deadlines
• Follow-up and partner with departments to ensure parts and materials are available as well as identifying root causes and implementing countermeasures to minimize customer impact on delivery misses
• Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• Assures proper deployment of resources and appropriate planning to meet customer requirements
• Analyzes short and long-term industrial capacity to develop a plan that will support current and long-term needs
• Leads the group to foster a strong culture in Quick Response Quality Control and utilizing associated tools (SQDCPI, Root Cause Analysis, and Quick Response Action Plans)
• Leads the carbon operational initiatives to maintain targeted productivity, labor and equipment effectiveness to achieve cost and delivery goals
• Utilize ERP and other resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data to ensure appropriate maintenance, tools, and supplies are available to support production demand while maintaining budgets
• Ensure that work areas are clean, secure, and well maintained (5S)
• Integrate a comprehensive training program, including cross-training, for the carbon operations group to ensure team flexibility and employee development
• Build positive employee relationships based on defined measurable goals, open communication, and participative management
• Oversees production processes, identifies problems, and resolves them quickly and effectively
Travel specifictity

Less than 10%
Additional description

Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status. Safran Landing Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail Jeremy.dees@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidate skills & requirements

• Set the example and pace for a dynamic, competitive department, and serve as leader, coach, and mentor for employees
• Makes sure the health, safety and environment rules and policies are effectively followed and maintained
• Actively participates in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures
• Assists Senior Management in developing short and long-term goals, objectives, and providing suggestions and recommendations
• Participates in developing Department policies and procedures and ensuring that they support and complement Company-wide strategic objectives
• Conducts performance appraisals as required. Formulates and implements employee corrective actions as needed
• Assists with personnel decisions including hiring, terminations, wage decisions, and promotions
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relations with Company personnel and management.
• Performs other related duties as required

Required Behavioral Dimensions:
• Individual must be quality oriented and possess problem-solving skills. Individual must also have a strong understanding of production, procedures, standards, and knowledge of Quality Control Standards and systems
• Strong presentation and communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to work on multiple activities in various stages of completion
• Detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities
• Advanced critical thinking skills as well as problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, suppliers, and team members
• Solutions-focused, demonstrating the ability to develop and implement strategy balancing analysis with decisiveness while managing and coordinating production processes

Experience/Education/Certification Required:
• B.A/B.S Degree (Engineering or related technical field preferred) or must meet the following:
- Minimum (10) years of manufacturing experience
- Minimum (3) years of production management experience
• Green Belt certification. Black Belt certification preferred
• APICS Module 1 (Basic) preferred
• Aerospace Industry and/or Carbon composite manufacturing experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, email, ERP system.
Annual salary

Starting at $85,000 annually
Job location
Job location

North America, United States, Kentucky, Walton
City (-ies)

Walton

Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years