Industrialization/Manufacturing Engineering Manager

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Company: Safran

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90011

Description:

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.

Safran Cabin provides innovative cabin interiors, systems, equipment and services to enhance the user experience. Its 11,000 employees across the world serve aircraft OEMs, airlines, lessors and VIP clients with interiors easily configured for multiple aircraft platforms and missions.

Reference number
2023-128849

Job details
Domain

Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Industrialization leader
Job title

Industrialization/Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

Manage Industrial Engineers that are responsible for Industrialization deliverables on all new programs as part of integrated program teams. Manage Manufacturing Engineers that are responsible for sustaining manufacturing engineering in production. Accountable for effective industrialization of new programs. Provides Industrial Engineering support and coordination during the development of Water & Waste Systems and Components. Accountable for determining cost effective methods to create products. Focal for industrialization at WWS including Transfer of Work projects and product flow optimization.
Additional description
Manage the Industrial Engineer team in developing and executing industrialization plans in accordance with standards and program goals.
Using knowledge and expertise support the team with critical deliverables such as
o the industrial dossier eg Manufacturing Bill of Materials, Routers, Standardized work instructions
o production processes as required for the products
o new production lines and associated layouts
o phased factory layout improvement
o tools, tooling and test equipment
o operator training plans
Support the team with Transfer of Work projects and manage the overall Transfer of Work strategy.
Manage the Manufacturing Engineering team in supporting and improving existing product lines.
Coach, mentor and develop the team in effective management of tasks and projects.
Evaluate individual performances and create individual development plans in order to facilitate merit promotions, job transfers, commendations, dismissals, etc.
Provide feedback and expertise to Design group for DFMA (design for manufacture and assembly).
Lead initiatives to implement new production processes e.g. 3D printing.
Lead the implementation of Lean principles.
Coordinate with functional and plant leadership to prepare consolidated information and action plans.
Coordinate and assist with site initiatives.
Develop and implement admin processes and templates for the Industrialization.
Develop, maintain and be accountable for industrialization metrics.
Candidate skills & requirements

Specialized knowledge
Collaboration - Establishes collaborative relationships to achieve objectives
Communication - Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
Excellent attention to detail
Project and general management experience
Experience in industrialization and/or manufacturing engineering
Experience with Transfer of Work projects
Leadership experience in Aerospace with direct reports
Self-motivated and multi-tasker
Able to manage resource allocation and level load team work
Education
BS in Industrial, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering
Experience
10+ years
Computer Skills
Proficient with Windows Operating System, Office XP
Knowledge of design software
Knowledge of MRP/ERP software
Other Skills
Experience with airworthiness regulations. Proven troubleshooting skills in primary processes such as mechanical assembly, CNC machining, layup, bonding, electronics assembly. Track record of deployment of assembly lines with complex assemblies. Knowledge of common materials and manufacturing processes used in the aerospace industry. Experience with LEAN tools e.g. Valve Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, pull systems, standardized work. Knowledge of assembly lines with complex assemblies and /or processes. Preferably Lean Six Sigma accreditation Green Belt or Black Belt. Preferably Program Management Professional (PMP) certified. Strong problem solving skills.

Description: Manager-level position within job field.

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical assembly preferred
Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes and tooling preferred
Annual salary

$89,110 - $140,030
Job location
Job location

North America, United States, California, Los Angeles
City (-ies)

Carson

Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years
Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

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