Job Description Summary

The Widebody Kitting Leader is responsible for ensuring the daily execution of customer demand for new make assembly kits for the GE90, GE9X, CF6 and GEnx programs. In addition, this role coordinates with both internal and external customers, creates work assignments and expedites the flow of material through the Erlanger Distribution Center.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of material through Erlanger.
• Schedule production needs and assign work to material handlers across all shifts
• Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs.
• Develop manpower capacity plans to ensure capacity aligns with future volume.
• Daily communication with assembly and fulfillment teams on production needs.
• Develop technical expertise on use of Warehouse Management System, IMPACT, and Process Weaver.
• Understand truck routes and logistics between assembly sites.
• Creates work assignments to support daily KPIs focused on assembly demand, quality and site safety.
• Participation in shop improvement projects/events
• Participates in daily and weekly operating meetings and rhythms.
• Maintains interpersonal relationships with team members.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment)
• A minimum of 3 years in warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Experience leading continuous improvement efforts
• Ability to execute on priorities with minimal guidance