Engineering Lab Technician 1 - Procurement

Job Description:

A glimpse at the job:

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; its a passion. Theres the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 Worlds Best Companies list (59 on the full list). In this role, youll play a pivotal part in, ensuring all materials are defined, procured, and available through the production and prototype supply chain resources to support milestone dates for Customer Show Seats, PDR, CDR and DEV testing projects. You will also have the authority and the right to control, command (position) activities and ensure compliance to the applicable defined company (department or job) policies, processes, practices and defined objectives. Join our team and become part of the group thats making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, well proudly step back and say, “We did that”.

1.tEssential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

Main Function Responsibilities

A)tEnsure all tooling, raw material & parts are defined, procured, and available to support program schedules for Customer Show Seats, PDR, CDR and DEV testing projects.
B)tObtains materials and services at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability and urgency of need.
C)tMonitor and communicate shortages to ensure parts are in process to support the build of Customer Show Seats, PDR, CDR and DEV testing projects.
D)tDrive program status to meet toll gates for each phase of new product launch to protect customer date and escalate to impacted functional disciplines if dates compress or violate the program schedule.
E)tDrives the timely releases and rescheduling of manufacturing and release of purchase orders (MO & POs) to support Customer Show Seats, PDR, CDR and DEV testing projects.
F)tWorks with design, planning, manufacturing, purchasing and suppliers to resolve materials constraints and identify work arounds to support program schedule.
G)tCoordinates the flow of material and paperwork between Safran Seats USA and satellite factories in the United States and foreign countries. Must be able to work with counterparts at these facilities to ensure a smooth flow and maintain schedules.
H)tPerforms other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Qualification Requirements

A.\tEducation & Qualification:
•\tBachelor's degree preferred. Requires an Associate's degree or 3 years related experience in lieu of Associate's level degree to meet the education requirement.

B.\tWork Experience - Technical knowledge:
•\tIn addition to meeting the education requirement, prefer planning or buying related experience.

C.\tProfessional Skills:
•\tMust have working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems that could include, SAP, Oracle, Infor, MAPICS. Additional experience with Thru-put, MS Outlook and XA Power Link are a plus.
•\tMust have average working knowledge of Microsoft Products to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
•\tMust have a good understanding of manufacturing and materials processes.
•\tMust have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
•\tAbility to read and review written communication.
•\tSpeech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D.\tBehavioral Skills:
•\tMust be able to communicate and interact successfully with all levels of Engineering, Tooling, Purchasing, Suppliers and Manufacturing departments.

E.\tDesirable Aspects:
•\tSmart Teams, Excel, Drawing interpretation
•\tCATIA, MRP Systems. Powerlink, Outlook

General Work Conditions

Physical Demands: This position requires extended periods of sitting while working with computers and viewing computer monitors and other office equipment. Finger dexterity needed in using misc. office equipment such as telephone, computer and copy machine, etc. Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to approximately twenty pounds are required during tasks related to the job.

Work environment: The work environment includes office setting with moderate office noise.

"Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status."

Job Ident #: 148613

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com

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Job Info

Location

Gainesville, Texas, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com