Production Lead Avionics & Instruments

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How you keep the engine running with us

The team

As our Production Lead Avionics & Instrument you will be part of our operations team at Schiphol (Oude Meer).
You will be an active member and work closely with the Process Engineer, Tactical buyer and colleagues from the Planning Production and Control team.
You will also work together with other Production leads in pursuit of operational excellence.

The Head of Production will be your manager and coach.

What will you do?

As Production Lead at Fokker Services, you will be responsible for managing all operational elements of our repair shop Avionics & Instruments. You will challenge and inspire your operational team of highly skilled technicians and support staff. You will lead your team towards business goals with a strong focus on performance via operational management and continuous improvement. You will perform (basic) performance analysis and report your results towards internal and external stakeholders. You will represent your team in (cross) departmental meetings/events and actively engage with Operations-, Procurement-, and Commercial-stakeholders to maximize the operational performance of the repair shop.

In addition, you are responsible for, among other things:

• Leading, motivating and inspiring a large team within a time-sensitive and demanding environment.
• Cultivating a strong safety culture, committed to continuous improvement in health and safety.
• Ensuring that technicians have the work instructions, processes, equipment, and tools to meet business unit goals and metrics.
• Partner with cross functional teams to drive performance.
• Maintain constant communication with management, staff, and vendors to ensure alignment.
• Develop, achieve, and maintain scorecard of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and presents results to leadership in formal and informal sessions including monthly performance review meetings.
• Contribute to the annual operating plan by articulating your department’s operational needs.
• Actively engage with engineering to develop and implement of new capabilities/technologies.

How you are valuable to us

You are a Production Lead who takes initiative, is self-directed and has the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
You have excellent analytical skills

In addition you have:

• A higher professional education (HBO) level of working and thinking is required, preferably with a completed HBO degree in aviation.
• At least 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• General understanding of MRO operations, including scheduling, resource planning, maintenance procedures and quality systems.
• Customer centric with strong communication skills in English and Dutch.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and requirements, relevant to the MRO operations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret Aircraft and Component Maintenance Manuals.
• Experience in managing operations, including, quality, safety, and operations management.
• Demonstrated experience in managing continuous improvement projects.

Employee Quote

As one of the major independent players in the aerospace industry, we handle a diverse range of aircraft types. From commercial airliners to specialized military vehicles, each kind of vehicle finds its way to us, making our work both varied and challenging

Danny Vos
Aircraft Mechanic

Employee Quote

We consider diversity and inclusion incredibly important; we believe that everyone deserves a fair chance. As the saying goes, diversity is being invited to the party, inclusion is being asked to dance as well. This is what Fokker Services Group stands for

Didier Soesman
Talent Aquisition Consultant

Employee Quote

Each day at Fokker Services Group brings unique challenges that push me to think creatively, while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire me to grow both professionally and personally. The dynamic environment here continuously motivates me to exceed my potential and make a real impact

Niranjana Rajeev
Procurement Account Manager

Where you will be working

A company with over a hundred years of experience, innovation, knowledge and expertise coursing through our veins. Our cross-departmental approach and tailor-made solutions are making their mark on the future of aerospace innovation. With our welcoming and friendly culture, we are more than just colleagues. We are a team of friends committed to both fun and development in the workplace. This enthusiasm and ongoing performance development ensures that our employees commit to Fokker Services Group for the long-term.

We are pioneers and we are dauntless. It's no coincidence that we're a global player in the field of aircraft maintenance and advancement. Together with our keen and initiative-taking colleagues, we work on the most innovative and advanced solutions aiming at creating a more sustainable and optimal aerospace sector. We continue to push the boundaries of possibility. And that's how we make sure we keep aircraft where they belong: in the air!

The Team

Working at Fokker Services Group gives you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, with innovative thinking and cooperation with a no-nonsense culture as the core. You will be guided by professional and resolute colleagues, which will give you the knowledge and experience to further boost your career.

We also offer you:

A competitive salary matching your knowledge and experience
When working fulltime (40 hours), you have 27-29 holiday days and 13 ADV leave days per year
A challenging international working environment
An insider’s look into the innovative world of aviation
A lot of room for professional and personal growth
Fun colleagues (trust us, we are not biased)

Ready for take-off?

How we fly through your application

The telephone interview

Our recruiter will get in touch with you. Immediately providing the opportunity to make each other's acquaintance.

Initial on-site interview with your prospective manager and a team member

Now's the time to really get to know each other. We look forward to meeting you at our office where we can engage in an in-depth conversation with you.

Second on-site interview with your prospective manager

Time to get down to the business in hand. You and your prospective manager will delve deeper into the salient points relating to your possible new job and discuss any future ambitions.

Screening

ITAR screening is applicable for some positions. Should this be the case, you will be informed in due course.

Job offer

Yes please! If both parties are equally enthusiastic, an appropriate job offer will be forthcoming in fitting with the position and your level of skills.

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