Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for aircraft. As a systems certification provider, Astronics CSC has worked on over 100 projects for industry partners to upgrade commercial and business aircraft with new passenger power systems, IFEC navigation, communication and flight safety systems. Additionally, Astronics CSC offers proven IFEC hardware systems, flexible design platforms, high customer satisfaction, and long-term relationships with industry leaders to help make the connected aircraft a reality. The company now employs over 300 employees, and is a six-time recipient of Chicagos Best and Brightest Employers to Work For award.

Summary

Responsible for overall safety, quality, on time delivery and efficiency of his/her assigned cells or lines. Manage up to 15 assemblers (Assembler I, II, III) on multiple cells or lines. Responsible for assemblers adhering to company policies as described in various documents. Work with other departments to ensure cells or lines have all required tooling and components to meet production and quality requirements.

Accountability and responsibility for the effectiveness of the Quality Management system ISO9001/14000/13485 and AS9100.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties as assigned.

• Ensure operators are using proper PPE: Safety Glasses, Smocks and anti-static wrist straps (As required)
• Ensure operators are following FOD procedure.
• Ensure operators are producing products that meet customer, regulatory and quality
• requirements
• Ensure scrap/rejected materials are properly processed and documented.
• Conduct onboarding/training of new employees in:

• Expert level understanding of all assembly, testing, fixtures, equipment, trouble shooting and quality requirements of assigned cells or lines
• Ensure operators are fully trained in assigned process steps within cell or line
• Ensure all materials and tools are within verification, calibration, or expiration date
• Ensure operators are performing in-line process inspection and recording results
• Ensure all operators arrive and depart punctually to and from the production cell or line
• Ensure operators are fully adhering to 5S/housekeeping practices
• Report all safety issues to Supervisor/manager: First aid, near misses and injury recordable
• Actively participate in disciplinary and performance improvement actions
• Ensure proper line change over and/or line set up, including set up of semi-automated equipment, programming stations, and various test equipment
• Effectively communicate with operators and Supervisors
• Provide feedback to operators
• Resilient, assertive, and open to change
• Provide feedback to management to improve operation, provide procedure improvements, and improve quality
• Available for overtime production when necessary to meet customer delivery requirement
• Ability to work cross functionally and collaborate with all departments
• Actively participate in various customer and regulatory audits
• Advanced knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14000, ISO13485 and AS9100 requirements as it pertains to assigned cells or lines
• Ensure to follow and observe the Production Quick Reference Guide(PDF-062)
• Other duties & functions may be assigned to this position as needed

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• 3 years of experience in manufacturing.
• Be able to read drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Work independently and in team setting.
• Ability to lead by example.
• Advanced computer skills including Word and Excel. At least a minimum of basic computer skills.
• Experience of leading small group activities.

Preferred:

• High School diploma or GED.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.

Astronics CSC offers a competitive benefit package which is available to full-time employees. Part-time employees may be eligible on a pro-rated basis for the benefits listed.

Stay Healthy ? Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity.

• Save for the Future ? 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Find Balance ? Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
• Time for You ? Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Growth - Tuition Reimbursement Program

Accommodation Request

Astronics CSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail CSC.HR@astronics.com or call: 847-244-4500. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

COVID-19 Considerations

The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority. Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite.