Blue Origin
aerospace
ShiftLeader-OTWandManualWelding-CShift
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“Shift Leader - OTW and Manual Welding- C Shift at Blue Origin. Skills: leadership, supervision, process improvement, continuous improvement, team coordination. Supervise personnel within the Manufacturing Operations group related to on-vehicle, manual, mechanized, and orbital tube welding.. Guide teammates and ensure that each person has everything vital to safely succeed.”
What You'll Achieve.
guiding your crew with the delivery of various flexible elements and spun-form components for both GS1 and GS2 launch vehicles.
Industry & Context.
problem solvers; analytical skills
U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident (i. e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum., Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10, 001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5-8 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field., Leadership experience with dynamic team environments., Experience as a “front line” leader, working directly with individual contributors in various roles., Clear understanding of production versus development environments., Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion., Work effectively with a work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with constantly evolving roles and responsibilities., Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately - in writing, in person, and via video calls, digital literacy., Work wherever, whenever, and however best to help your team succeed. This will include extended hours and weekends and all shifts when vital.
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Management, Business, etc. ) or equivalent directly related years of professional experience., Proficiency in interpreting engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures., Exceptional organizational, analytical, and coordination skills., Continuous improvement mentality., Curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it., Lean certification., Experience in new product introduction., Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment., Experience in Aerospace/Launch vehicles., Experience in assembly, integration, and handling of large products., Experience in integrating systems, pneumatics, fluids, electrical etc.
What You'll Do.
Supervise personnel within the Manufacturing Operations group related to on-vehicle
and orbital tube welding.
Guide teammates and ensure that each person has everything vital to safely succeed.
Champion continued learning and growth to attract
and retain phenomenal people.
Conduct regular check-ins to ensure team member performance
Author job descriptions
and conduct interviews.
Make hiring recommendations.
Develop and implement process
and continuous safety improvements.
Responsible for prioritizing and establishing Work Center assignments
and back-up for absent employees.
Maintain all shop programs including Safety
Clean as you go programs.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
directly lead, supervise technicians, and coordinate additional teammates such as manufacturing engineers, quality personnel, production controllers, schedulers, etc.; Work collaboratively with teams of skills, fields, and backgrounds.; integrating and coordinating multi-functional teams of individuals
Communication Scope
Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately - in writing, in person, and via video calls, digital literacy.
Process & Methodology
resource planning
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. In this role, you will directly lead, supervise technicians, and coordinate additional teammates such as manufacturing engineers, quality personnel, production controllers, schedulers, etc. You will have ultimate and full responsibility for guiding your crew with the delivery of various flexible elements and spun-form components for both GS1 and GS2 launch vehicles. We are building a road to space, and a rocket that approximates the size of the Saturn V. The path is long, with challenges at every step of the way. Opportunities to do extraordinary things, make a difference, and leave a lasting legacy are limited only by your ability and desire to grasp them. Here, if you’re bored, you’re not doing it right. On our team, we are resilient, agile, committed to overcoming obstacles, reliable, professional, growing, ingenious, collaborative, tenacious, and diligent. 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! If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel at integrating and coordinating multi-functional teams of individuals, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies and methodologies continuously seek ou
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