Production Manager CH-47
 M1 Support Services | |
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 Apr 01, 2025 | |
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Revised 03/26/2025
Production Manager CH-47 Location Fort Novosel, AL Job Posting No Req.111500, Pos. 113129 outside bar) to the bottom of the page and click on the "Apply for this position" button. Start Date TBD Contract FT Novosel AMS Salary Range DOE Posting Date March 31, 2025 Union No FLSA Status Exempt Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time Relocation No Travel Possible M1 Support Services (M1) is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Production Manager to support our Fort Novosel Maintenance Department. This position reports to an M1 Fort Novosel Assistant Program Manager. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: * Participates, as a member of management team, in formulating and establishing organizational policies and operating procedures for the company. Implements, coordinates, and manages all aspects of Production at assigned location. * Provides leadership to personnel through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication. Aligns goals of the section with the departments and company's goals, policies, and strategies. * Manages aircraft and plans, schedules, and controls all maintenance at assigned location. Assigns maintenance test pilot workload and priority. * Conducts production meetings to direct maintenance effort and coordinate the efforts across three shifts; coordinate work input to the maintenance sections, assigns priorities, and aligns resources within the production process. * Plan, project, and provide for total material requirements. Monitors aircraft time-change component schedule to ensure replacement components are ordered according to flying hour requirements. * Coordinates with flight and maintenance departments as necessary to schedule safe and mission capable aircraft to meet training requirements. * Monitors and maintains records of flight hours and condition of assigned aircraft. Ensures data is input accurately into automated system to reflect aircraft availability, aircraft status, and hours flown. * Coordinates and schedules requirements with the next higher level of maintenance for all work beyond unit's capability. * Controls and monitors the controlled exchange program and ensures data is input into automated system for 1352 reporting. * Controls and coordinates aircraft assignments, MWO applications, and HUREVAC/severe weather plans. * Conducts statistical analysis to accurately depict the status of all maintenance operations, including man-hour expenditures, overtime, aircraft availability and utilization rates, and maintenance backlogs. Analyzes data to detect trends and problem areas. * Monitors aircraft availability, reject rates, aircraft status and hours flown, controlled exchange, and material demand and satisfaction rates. Compiles and analyzes data to detect trends and implements appropriate corrective action. * Assures sufficient labor, technical data, tools, supplies, and equipment are available for planned work and shift coverage. * Assures all labor and materials are being used and maintained in the proper manner and are allocated to the correct job and work order number. * Interprets directives, manuals, procedures, or other instructions affecting aircraft, vehicle, and equipment records. Initiates appropriate actions required by the Army's Maintenance Management System relating to aircraft, vehicle, and equipment records. * Implements and enforces Company policies and procedures pertaining to the promotion, training, discipline and termination of employees. Ensures that all employees possess the qualifications and certifications necessary to perform their jobs. * Trains, develops, counsels and motivates subordinates; represents the Company at personnel-related hearings, investigations, and bargaining talks. * Implements and enforces a sound and effective industrial, ground, and aviation safety program and a fully Revised 03/26/2025 compliant environmental program at assigned location. * Maintains a working relationship and act as a liaison with internal and external customers in order to maintain a high level of cooperation and service. * Conducts investigations into customer complaints relating to contractual deficiencies within the Production Department. Performs root cause analysis, and recommends and implements appropriate corrective actions. * Plays an active part in problem resolution, communicating plan to customers, and following up to ensure problems are resolved. Identifies and ensures customer requirements are met, and assesses and analyzes data to determine customer satisfaction. * Ensures that policies are in accordance with evolving regulations, legal requirements, and industry trends. * Reports all deviations from established policies or procedures, changes caused by the contractor, federal, or state requirements, or non-compliance with regulations and changes. * Ensures summaries, analyses, and other data necessary to determine the quality of the overall maintenance effort is submitted to the Field Manager. * Evaluates technical publications concerned with logistical practices and participates in activities of related professional organizations to update knowledge of program developments. * Evaluates reports, decisions, and results of section in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization, while lowering costs. . In addition, the candidate should possess the following requirements: * Must have successfully completed formal training conducted by the U.S. Army or Armed Forces equivalent, or training courses conducted by industry or civilian institutions. Three to five years supervisory experience required. * The individual must be technically knowledgeable with respect to production and inspection systems/plans, regulatory standards, project management, and general production principles. He or she must have thorough knowledge of Army and commercial aviation maintenance practices and regulations. Must have demonstrated the ability to coordinate the activities of different departments, or agencies, to ensure to the timely support of the maintenance process. Must have a results oriented commitment to the continuing evolution of the maintenance program. This requires combining common sense, application of practical experience, and a technical knowledge base in developing, implementing and leading the department in meeting corporate strategic and day-to-day objectives. * Must possess leadership and management skills and must be highly motivated and have a proven record of accomplishment demonstrating adaptability to change and the ability to respond to challenges in a changing environment. Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees throughout the organization. He or she must also be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers. Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position and obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government. * Must be knowledgeable of problem solving techniques and have knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality Management System. Must have excellent prioritization, organization, analytical and decision-making skills. He or she must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office. Education: * Bachelor Degree in related field highly preferred (with seven years' aviation maintenance experience). * Associates Degree in related field desired (with ten years' aviation maintenance experience). * High school diploma or equivalent - General Educational Development (GED) certificate (with fifteen years' aviation maintenance experience). M1 Support Services, a business headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies. M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program. | |