SARU Logistics Automation & Process

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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a SARU Logistics Automation & Process Engineer to join our  Final Assembly Line based in Mobile, AL.

As a Single-Aisle Ramp Up (SARU) Logistics Automation & Process Engineer, you will provide technical assistance (methods, products, etc.) to the Project teams and Logistics Service Provider, with the aim of planning, automatizing and optimizing the industrial process, while observing safety, cost, quality and lead-time criteria.  You will be a driving force for the implementation of appropriate solutions (logistics lay-outs, automation solutions, flows, methods, processes and organization) to meet company requirements in terms of Single-Rate Ramp-Up. He/she identifies opportunities for densification, the use of state-of-the-art automation technologies,  improved logistical flows, optimization and logistics footprint reduction (containment in case of ramp-up) as well as enabling future logistics surface needs, including the design and equipping of a new logistical distribution center. His/her role includes End-to-End implementation of the required solutions including ARP PSCL (covering SAP Modules SD,MM,WM,PP) and eWM implementation and connectivity of automated solutions to the Airbus SAP IT backbone as well as Multi-Functional Team lead in close cooperation with the Logistics Service Provider (LSP). The job holder will also participate in Airbus internal benchmarking initiatives in order to ensure cross-fertilization and implementation of best practices in terms of logistics footprint optimization across Airbus sites.

 

Meet the team:

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

 

Your working environment:

Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

 

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).

• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. 

• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

 

Your challenges:

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Analysis of Logistics Services requirement fulfillment vs. automated warehouse solutions and Warehouse Management System capabilities in general: 25%  

• Review contractual commitments, customer specifications, or related information to determine logistics or support requirements.

• Determine logistics support requirements, such as facility details, process times, or safety and maintenance plans.

• Evaluate effectiveness of current or future logistical processes in relation to Ramp Up expansion and timelines.

• Evaluate the use of Warehouse management software, automated solutions or other information systems to maximize warehouse or distribution center efficiency.

• Support the ARP PSCL plateau (new SAP version) on these aspects.

2. Develop and Implement Systematic & Automation Solutions: 25%

• Develop specifications for equipment, tools, logistics means, facility layouts, or automated material-handling systems, especially in the probable case of a new logistics warehouse construction.

• Prepare logistic strategies or conceptual designs for production facilities.

• Prepare and/or validate documentation on logistics information systems such as SAP-eWM incl. the interface requirements of automated solutions with the SAP environment.

• Lead the implementation of connected automated solutions and their interface and data exchange with SAP-eWM.

• Implement a maintenance concept for automation technology deployed in the Warehouse, incl. for SAP upgrades or possible system extensions.

3. Develop ARP PSCL, SAP-eWM & automation hardware testing & training plans: 20%

• Develop a test concept for the implementation of ARP PSCL and SAP-eWM based optimization solutions, including the connectivity of automated warehouse solutions into SAP-eWM or similar Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

• Develop training plans and training materials for the impacted population (Airbus workforce and Logistics Service Provider personnel).

• Support and carry out training sessions based on the material developed and hands-on training session on any automated logistics solution.

• Liaison with the Logistics Service Provider and Airbus Operating System change agents to support maturing the organization’s business processes.

4. Support ARP eWM implementation in conjunction with Warehouse optimization : 20%

• Contribute to ARP eWM implementation from a Warehouse layout and material flow point of view.

• Provide guidance on Warehouse layout and material flow optimization based on eWM functionalities, features and capabilities.

• Within this context, perform cross-functional coordination tasks, initially on the ARP plateau organization, later on as part of the Logistics Operational Excellence team and in liaison with Airbus internal departments such as facility management, LSP management, Warehouse and Inventory management, ramp-up and the Logistics Service Provider.

• Additional Responsibilities:   

• Other duties as assigned:       10%

 

Your boarding pass:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Engineering or related field (Masters degree preferred) or equivalent level of on the job experience.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies and six sigma principles.

• Project leadership experience and familiarity with project milestone planning (SAFe / Agile mode).

• Required: 3 Years Logistics/Supply Chain Experience. 

• Required: 3 Years Industrial/Process Engineering Experience.

• Required: 3 Years Logistics Automation experience.

• Preferred: Experienced in facilitation/leading teams through activities.

• Preferred: 5 Years Logistics/Supply Chain Experience.

• Preferred: 5 Years Industrial/Process Engineering Experience.

• Preferred: PMP or similar professional project management certifications.

• Preferred: SAFe and Agile methodologies.

• Required: Warehouse & automation Engineering, Technology & Mathematics.

• Design, Production and Processing.

• Interpersonal Communication/Relationships.

• Working with third parties.

• Knowledge of standard practices in supply chain, logistics,  and/or warehousing.

• Intercultural experience.

• Must possess strong verbal and written communications skills.

• Proficiency in English is required, whereas fluency in other languages is highly desirable (French, Spanish or German).

• As the position will interface with all levels of the Mobile FAL organization this requires a clear understanding of confidentiality and professionalism.

• SAP or another ERP (2+ years experience).

• Warehouse Management applications, in particular eWM.

• Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.

• AutoCAD.

• Travel Required: 10% Domestic and International.

• Eligible for employment in the US. 

• Candidates will be responsible for working directly with Operations, IT, the ARP PSCL plateau organisation incl. eWM implementation, Inventory Control, third party contractors and other departments across multiple programs to make recommendations for creating, automatizing and improving warehouse operations and general logistic flows.

• Independently establishes requirements and coordinates actions with stakeholders to ensure they are fulfilled.

• Required to lead or attend virtual meetings with team members, including from Europe and Canada.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: Adequate to enter and read material on computer screens.  Able to observe manufacturing operations including equipment as well as individual tasks.

• Hearing: Able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings and on the production floor and flight line.  Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

• Speaking: Able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

• Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment as well as production-related tools and equipment including hydraulic lifts and power drills, etc.

• Carrying: Able to occasionally carry up to 50lbs/22kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.

• Lifting: Able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs/22kg.

• Pushing/Pulling: Able to push/pull items on production and in office areas.

• Sitting: Able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer, in meetings and observing production processes.

• Squatting/Kneeling: Able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

• Standing: Able to stand for extended periods of time, often on concrete floors observing production operations or delivering information.

• Standing: Able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information or observing production.

• Travel: Able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time.

• Walking: Able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

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Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Logistics <JF-SM-LO>

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