Production Control Coordinator

Company Overview

Mitsubishi Power Aero LLC, based in Glastonbury, Connecticut, is a leading manufacturer specializing in aero-derivative gas turbine packages. As part of Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc., we are dedicated to providing innovative power generation solutions that meet the complex needs of our customers worldwide.

The FT4000 Production Control Coordinator will provide oversight, prioritization, and scope of work direction. The candidate will be responsible for providing direct support to the Mitsubishi Power Aero Deputy Manager, FT4000 Overhauls in a fast-paced and dynamic working environment. The candidate will work closely with AERO engineers to learn the assembly, inspection, repair techniques, testing, and tooling details associated with overhauling FT4000 gas turbine engines and PT4000 power turbines. He or she will establish the scope of work, monitor work progress, report daily status, witness/document critical inspections, manage material shortages, expedite parts, and set priorities for all AERO-contracted workshops. The coordinator will collaborate effectively with other AERO departments (i.e., Quality, Engineering, Operations, Production, and Customer Service) and vendors to ensure work is completed to meet schedule requirements.

There will be an opportunity to grow and assume additional responsibilities as skills and performance develop. The coordinator will be responsible for assuring FT4000 operations run smoothly, actively monitoring the expediting of material. Additionally, the coordinator will be responsible for creating shop reports; interacting with AERO Customer Service Engineers; collaborating with the deputy manager on process improvements; and supporting other tasks and responsibilities as required.

Job Summary

· Quickly learn the FT4000 GG and PT teardown, repair, balance, and assembly processes

· Become familiar with all documentation: assembly sheets, illustrated parts breakdown, overhaul manuals, drawings, bills of material, etc.

· Prepare shop reports documenting and photographing all inspections, repairs, and parts used

· Provide data entry to update gas generator and power turbine electronic records

· Monitor and maintain material readiness of all parts required to complete overhauls to meet turnaround time (TAT) commitments

· Monitor and assist in driving targeted TATs (i.e., updating vendor delivery dates for production meetings; signaling schedule improvements or delays; interacting with AERO Spare Parts and Procurement departments to address shortages)

· Support GG and PT forecasting process to ensure availability of material

· Provide step by step instructions for teardown, assembly, and cleaning requirements

· Facilitate domestic and international shipment through AERO Operations Department

· confer with AERO and contracted repair facilities on process improvements

Skill Requirements

· Manufacturing or overhaul shop experience, specifically managing production schedules

· Prior hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and inspection of engines, turbines, or other high tolerance rotating machinery

· Customer focused

· Commitment and drive to meet business objectives and customer requirements

· Strong organizational, analytical, and task management skills

· Excellent people skills to foster effective communication among Engineering, Aftermarket Customer Service, Procurement, repair shops, and AERO management

· Ability to influence associates in matrix organization

· Works well within process guidelines and standard operating procedures; able to recognize when change is necessary

· Proficient with Microsoft 365

· Experience and proficiency in using SAP

Education/Experience

· Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience

· Minimum 5-10 years of experience in aviation engine overhaul, industrial repair shop, or manufacturing environment

· Experience in engine overhaul shop preferred

· Aero-derivative gas turbine experience preferred

Additional Requirement

Some travel required (15 percent); mostly United States, but occasional international travel may be necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• aviation engine overhaul: 8 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bloomfield, CT 06002 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bloomfield, CT 06002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person