Job description

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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Tool Shop Line MFT (Manufacturing Facilitation Technician) to join our Tool shop team based in Mobile, AL.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manufacturing Tooling Specialist (MFT) to join our production support team in Mobile, AL. In this role, you will be the primary owner of tool accountability, process improvement, and safety compliance. You will ensure that our production floor is equipped with calibrated, safe, and efficient tools while maintaining rigorous digital tracking standards.

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 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 programs 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:

• Daily Operations & Floor Management 10%

  
  
  

• Safety & Compliance: Conduct daily floor walks to identify damaged tools or safety hazards. Perform scheduled toolbox audits to ensure 5S and safety standards are met. 5%

  
  
  

• Shift Coordination: Participate in L1 and L2 SQCDP (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People) meetings to align on production alerts and escalate immediate issues. 5%

  
  
  

• Tool Maintenance: Manage the calibration lifecycle by identifying expiring tools, collecting them from the floor, and distributing newly calibrated replacements. 10%

  
  
  

• Systems & Inventory Tracking 10%

  
  
  

• Data Integrity: Maintain real-time tracking of every tool movement using SAP. 10%

  
  
  

• Software Management: Utilize TMIP, Nexcap, and MES to monitor tool data, compliance, and production disruptions. 10%

  
  
  

• Documentation: Update inventory logs and process tool change requests via Google Drive and internal management systems. 10%

  
  
  

• Procurement & Project Support. 10%

  
  
  

• Lifecycle Management: Track tool orders from procurement to delivery, following up on ETAs to ensure production continuity. 10%

  
  
  

• Process Improvement: Assist in the implementation of special project tasks aimed at optimizing tool flow and floor efficiency. 10%

  
  
  

• Other duties as assigned.

  
  
  

Your boarding pass: 

• Required Experience:

  
  
  

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 2+ years experience in tool management, calibration, or quality control.

  
  
  

• Proven ability to manage complex calibration schedules and maintain 100% tool accountability.

  
  
  

• Technical Proficiency: Strong experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is highly preferred.

  
  
  

• Comfortable using specialized tool management software (TMIP / Nexcap) and Google Drive.

  
  
  

• Advanced knowledge of Google Sheets and/or MS Excel for tracking and reporting.

  
  
  

• Communication & Physical Requirements.

  
  
  

• Effective verbal and written skills for reporting and inter-departmental coordination.

  
  
  

• Ability to walk the production floor daily and handle tool distribution.

  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: Able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. 

  
  
  

• Hearing: Able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

  
  
  

• Speaking: Able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.

  
  
  

• Equipment Operation: Able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.

  
  
  

• Carrying: Able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

  
  
  

• Lifting: Able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. 

  
  
  

• Pushing/Pulling: Able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

  
  
  

• Sitting: Able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.

  
  
  

• Squatting/Kneeling: Able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

  
  
  

• Standing: Able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.

  
  
  

• Travel: Able to travel independently and at short notice.

  
  
  

• Walking: Able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

  
  
  

Take your career to a new level and applyonline now!

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Production means/Maintenance <JF-MA-MN>

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Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma