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Astronics Production Controller (2024-051) in Kirkland, Washington
Production Controller (2024-051)
Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES
Location Kirkland, WA
Description
Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems (AES) is seeking a Production Controller to join our cohesive Manufacturing Operations Team in Kirkland, WA . This is an on-site position.
If you are interested in working at a dynamic company with a winning culture which has won awards as one of Washington’s Best Places to work for 15 years consecutively , please read on!
JOB SUMMARY
As our Production Controller, you will review and distribute production, work, and shipment schedules while conferring with cross-functional teams to determine progress of work, and completion dates, and problem resolution. This role will provide work leadership to others in Production Control, represent Production Control through participation on cross functional teams, and be assigned more complex and high visibility commitments. The Production Controller will be assigned Cabin, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Airborne Power & Control (APC) products.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Evaluate and sets work center priorities to achieve the best overall schedule performance.
Coordinate mod incorporation to maintain traceability and containment, with limited assistance from PC Specialist.
Work with Program Management and Quality to execute containment plan. Participates in team decision on resolution of non-conformance.
Manage Heijunka boards, utilizing product knowledge in determining optimal flow through production. Coordinates with VSM. Creates and communicates the Line of Balance and MMC shortage list.
Assist Manufacturing Engineering in the development of accurate ERS routings, utilizes product knowledge to make recommendations aligned with production specifications.
Apply knowledge and experience of production processes to guide cross functional team members in new products from introduction to production, with limited assistance from Production Controller Specialist.
Leads annual SOX audits, performs audit counts, and verifies product per auditor request.
Determines optimal incorporation of ECO changes to Production for all assigned products (APC, Cabin, NPI).
Manages MRB processes, conversion of work orders and containment of product.
Creates and updates standard work and ES documents, with assistance from Production Control Specialist
Performs all other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
High school diploma required
Demonstrates competency - typically three or more years of direct experience in the duties & responsibilities of the position.
Competencies:
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
information
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources.
Training and Teaching Others — Instructing others on best practices.
Technical Skills:
Database user interface and query software
Enterprise resource planning (ERP)/ Material resource planning (MRP) software
Office Suite Software (intermediate knowledge and skills)
Work Environment:
Lifting heavy items (typically 25 lbs.) on occasion.
May require valid driver’s license in support of other AES sites and outplant facilities
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.
An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing pre-employment background check and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.
Salary is $56,173 - $84,260 per year
Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.
Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including :
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, work/life balance culture
Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year
Position Requirements
As above
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.
We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.
EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
This position is currently accepting applications.