Department Lead/Planner (1st shift)

We are currently seeking a Department Lead/Planner (1st Shift) at our Eastford, CT Facility.

Pursuit Aerospace is a contract manufacturer of high quality formed, precision machined and fabricated aerospace parts. We have been in business for over 50 years and have consistently produced top quality products for companies in over a dozen countries. Visit us atwww.pursuitaero.comto learn more about us.

We're looking for top notch candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, who are looking for a good challenge, and who are dedicated to creating and developing superior customer relationships. You've got to be sharp, and you must be on your game every day... because you will be an essential part of everyday life.

Pursuit Aerospace is a world-class company, and we hire only world-class people. People who aren't afraid to work hard and get their hands dirty - in fact, people who want to work hard. In this Department Lead/Planner role your responsibilities & activities will include:

• Primary purpose is to control the flow of work throughout manufacturing, release and monitor work orders throughout the manufacturing cycle, and act as a liaison between the work centers and the customer to ensure on-time delivery of product. Also mentors junior employees and assists with personnel issues.
• Able to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Must interact with employees at all levels and possess good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent understanding of all customer requirements pertinent to responsible area.
• Review customer schedules to prioritize and release work orders
• Expedite parts throughout the manufacturing process acting as liaison between all areas of the business to keep parts moving toward completion
• Act as main point of contact for customers.
• Responsible for control of inventory including finished goods and WIP
• Ensure work centers have updated schedules and monitor compliance
• Able to motivate and lead their team. Skilled at mentoring junior employees.
• Assists the Business Unit Manager with conducting disciplinary action.
• Enforces Pursuit Policies and Procedures as defined in the Employee Handbook.
• Drives Kaizen across flow lines, applies lean principles and one-piece flow to meet business needs.
• Continuously ensures that work environment is free of safety hazards and compliant with OSHA regulations. Also leads monthly department safety inspections.
• Maintains area, equipment, and tooling in a neat, orderly condition including operator maintenance sheets.
• Observes all Company policies, rules, and regulations including good housekeeping, safety and security.

At Pursuit Aerospace we dream big, get stuff done and like to have fun!

Full time position with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with an Employer Match and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Pursuit Aerospace complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Pursuit Aerospace expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

***Candidates Only-No Third Parties***