Blue Origin
aerospace
ShiftLeader-AShift
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“Shift Leader - A Shift at Blue Origin. Skills: hardware movement, team leadership, operations coordination. Lead daily shift operations for hardware movement personnel. Coordinate critical material movement operations”
What You'll Achieve.
meet program timelines; ensure all hardware transportation needs are met safely and efficiently; positively impact safe human spaceflight
Industry & Context.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing priorities, Must be a U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum., Background Check required for all positions, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years of experience leading teams in material handling, transportation, or related operations, 5+ years' experience in aerospace hardware movement or similar operations, Demonstrated experience prioritizing complex movement requirements across multiple stakeholders, communication skills with proven ability to manage customer expectations, Experience coordinating movement of high-value or sensitive hardware/materials, Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and movement procedures, Experience developing and executing movement plans for oversized or complex hardware, Familiarity with hardware movement equipment such as cranes, forklifts, transporters, and specialized fixtures, Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing priorities, Experience coordinating shift handovers to maintain operational continuity, Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
Nice to Have
Experience with aerospace hardware movement, critical lift planning, and transport of oversized components, Knowledge of rigging standards and EHS regulations for heavy equipment operation, Overhead crane operation certification and advanced rigging techniques for large aerospace components, Powered industrial equipment operation certification (forklifts, man lifts, etc.), Experience with route planning and facility modifications for large component transport, Background in production environments with time-critical operations, Demonstrated success in building effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
What You'll Do.
Lead daily shift operations for hardware movement personnel
Coordinate critical material movement operations
Lead shift activities
Maintain communication with internal customers
Responsible for employee life cycle including hiring
and career development
Ensure all hardware transportation needs are met safely and efficiently
Coordinate cross-functional activities
Conduct performance reviews and provide mentorship
Establish work assignments
training requirements
Maintain and communicate hardware movement schedule status
Provide first level escalation support to employees
Ensure all team members follow work instructions
Maintain accurate hardware movement logs
Participate in daily leadership meetings
Support move planning and provide job planning estimates
evaluate talent and provide hiring recommendations
Safely work within an aerospace manufacturing environment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure hardware is ready for movement and receiving areas are prepared; Serve as primary interface between hardware movement team and other departments/customers; Participate in daily leadership meetings to represent hardware movement team needs and constraints; Demonstrated success in building effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
Communication Scope
communication skills with proven ability to manage customer expectations
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As the shift leader of a hardworking and accomplished team of hardware movement technicians, you will coordinate critical material movement operations, lead shift activities, and maintain strong communication with internal customers to meet program timelines. You will be responsible for employee life cycle including hiring, performance management, training and providing tools for career development, while ensuring all hardware transportation needs are met safely and efficiently. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Responsibilities: * Lead daily shift operations for hardware movement personnel, including schedule coordination and resource allocation * Communicate directly with internal customers to understand movement priorities and timeline requirements * Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure hardware is ready for movement and receiving areas are prepared * Conduct performance reviews and provide mentorship to team members * Establish work assignments, training requirements, overtime allocation and coverage for absent employees * Maintain and actively communicate hardware movement schedule status to stakeholders to ensure visibility
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