At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
Lead and develop a competent management team across production planning, scheduling, materiel control, test/support equipment maintenance, quality control, and employee development/relations.
Initiate and support continuous improvement initiatives across operational processes and support activities, including cost-saving programs and methods improvements.
Oversee performance standards for production cells/service operations, coordinating with production managers to align with overall company objectives.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (quality, engineering, materiel, customer service, sales, finance, NPI, CI, to resolve complex issues and ensure production goals are met.
Manage key performance metrics (TAT, OTD, OT, COPQ, efficiency, utilization, program margins, training, safety) and monitor operational performance, analyzing outputs, cycle times, labor, quality, staffing, facility usage, budgets, and financials.
Conduct capacity planning, strategic business planning, and studies to ensure cost-effective operations while adapting to technological, regulatory, and policy changes.
Formulate and implement policies, programs, and changes to machinery, equipment, production systems, and methods to maintain/improve competitiveness and profitability.
Direct annual budgeting, approve expenditures, and hold operations managers accountable to the Annual Operating Plan (AOP); lead SIOP, monthly business reviews, and weekly Production & Revenue Flash and R&O meetings.
Participate in management team strategic planning, goal setting, and execution; exercise authority over hiring, training, performance appraisals, promotions, discipline, health, safety, and employee relations.
Conduct technical review and sign-off on internal operations work instructions and carry out special projects as assigned.