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Job Title:

Ldr., Loop

Reporting To:

Management, Manufacturing Plant Management

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to act with integrity and respect. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Our Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Loop Leader to provide support for Aircraft production programs, specifically for the EHA value stream, which includes the F-35 program and Pumps and Motors programs.  

You will report to the Value Stream Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in East Aurora, NY.

As a Loop Leader, you will..

• Sustaining Operations

• Monitor and analyze daily data.  For example, indented/waterfall parts outlook, line of balance, RUR status.

• Review A&T capacity, past due items, and expedite needs

• Participate in Tiered Management and daily Gemba walks

• Facilitate cross functional teams to solve problems and remove roadblocks

• Manage critical parts and assist with production issues including tooling, work orders, and job prioritization

• Develop and utilize metrics to guide decision-making and performance improvements

• Developing Continuous Improvement & Lean Mindset

• Improve production procedures and increase operational efficiency

• Develop and ensure adherence to Standard Work practices

• Drive Lean Daily Management to enhance Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost

• Identify and reduce waste across operations

• Lead root cause analysis and implement effective countermeasures

• Focus on delivering value to the customer

To be considered for the Loop Leader role, here’s what you typically need to bring with you:

• High school diploma or formal training equivalency, plus 10 years of experience working in or supporting Manufacturing Operations or Process Development/Improvement

-OR-

• Two year accredited technical degree plus 5 years of experience working in or supporting Manufacturing Operations or Process Development/Improvement

-OR-

• Four-year Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of experience working in or supporting Manufacturing Operations or Process Development/Improvement

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

• Demonstrated lean problem solving through use of tools such as 5-Why, fishbone, etc

• Experience developing and implementing standardization through Standard Work Instructions (SWIs)

• Ability to periodically work additional hours to support program goals and product demand

• Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information

How we care for you: 

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance 

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages 

• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs 

• Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Employee Resource Groups, cultural events and celebrations 

• ((Additional site-specific benefits may be offered))

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $80,000.00–$110,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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