Assembly Specialist - First Level Manager - Spirit AeroSystems

Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into sub-assemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging,connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment. Interfaces with engineering, management,suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management role
• Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, etc.)
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in developing and managing a statement of work on time and within budget
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
• Experience in a union environment with collective bargaining agreements, including skills in cost monitoring, project management, strategic planning, and new product introductions (NPI)
• Ability to work any shift, including alternative work weeks

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

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