Lead Interior Technician - Melbourne, United States - Embraer

Description

**This is a 2nd shift position**

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists the Production Supervisor in the supervision of the daily activities for staff assigned to the Interiors - Production Department. Performs a variety of repetitive and non-repetitive tasks. Analyze processes and recommends process improvements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Lead Interior Technician is responsible to the Supervisor and Manager of Production for the overall utilization of his/her area, to include the guidance and supervision of production staff. In addition, the Lead Technician is responsible for the following:
• To ensure safe work practices are followed.
• To plan, direct and coordinate the activities of his/her areas so as to minimize delays, and increase production and efficiency.
• To provide on the job training, coaching and to assist staff in the proper procedures, methods and practices to be followed in each respective duty.
• To make available to personnel the necessary manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives and other required technical data.
• To maintain equipment and tools in a serviceable and working condition.
• For ascertaining that all necessary work records are properly executed by the responsible person.
• The proper handling of all parts.
• The initiation of requisitions for stock and materials as required.

• Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on interior assemblies and subassemblies such as cabinets, seats, carpets and panels, paying particular attention to the sensitivities associated with leather, wood veneer and fabric goods.
• Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws.
• Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed.
• May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.
• May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.
• Follows approved assembly procedures for component or aircraft structures, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) technical data, and work package instructions.
• Positions and aligns subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments, following blueprint lines and index points.
• Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.
• Performs serviceability tests as required, utilizing test equipment specified in technical manuals.
• Completes work package documentation as required by FAA and/or repair station manual.
• Submits completed work to Quality Assurance for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness.
• Regular attendance is required, overtime as needed to complete job functions.
• Complies with all applicable state and federal employment laws; and complies with Embraer's policies.

• High School or GED required.
• Executive Aircraft Interior experience preferred.
• A&P and mechanical / electrical experience preferred.
• Previous Lead or Supervisory experience a preferred

• Master Interiors Technician role requiring expert skills to perform all standard and emerging tasks within the technical area assigned to
• Generally, at least 8 years of experience or greater in area of responsibility
• Experience with assembly of aircraft interior components, as well as able to use all technical data and aircraft drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repairs.

• Able to communicate effectively.
• Coaching and training skills
• Should be able to fabricate parts.
• Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications or examines sample or damaged part or structure to determine repair or fabrication procedures and sequence of operations.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Be proficient in the usage of air powered hand tools and related equipment.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.