Performance Leader - Receiving Inspection - 1st Shift

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 do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

As the Receiving Inspection Performance Leader – 1st Shift, you will have 3 shifts of operational responsibility for Mechanical and Electronics teams in our Receiving Inspection area. Along with operational responsibility for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost, you will have direct reporting supervision for a team of 10-20 Inspectors, a Material Handler Inspector and a RI Tech Ops Coordinator. You will also be responsible for capacity planning, staffing, hiring, training and development, talent, and performance management; and continuous improvement for your team(s).

At Moog, our Performance Leaders are critical to the success of our product quality and integrity: they are directly responsible for ensuring our inspection workforce is equipped to meet our Customers’ needs today and are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow. They work closely with PEs, QEs and SQEs and Value Stream Organizations to ensure that our inspection teams and processes are operating as expected and in alignment with Site Strategic and Tactical objectives.

To be considered for this role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in a related discipline and three years of related experience in inspection methodology/manufacturing practices and previous supervision/team lead experience OR Associate’s Degree in related discipline and five years of related experience in inspection methodology/manufacturing practices and previous supervision/team lead experience. Lean Leader Experience also considered as equivalent
• Demonstrate a working understanding of inspection and manufacturing responsibilities, as well as the functions of supporting departments, including Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Quality Assurance, Inspection Services, and Logistics Material Handling.

As a Performance Leader you will:

• Lead the daily activities of the inspection team by fostering a safe, positive, and productive work environment; providing real-time coaching and problem resolution; maintaining a visible presence on the floor; and ensuring consistent communication regarding policies, operational priorities, business performance, and site objectives.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to provide performance feedback, support career development, build technical and professional skills, and assess employee engagement and overall team morale.
• Manage workforce planning activities, including staffing, scheduling, cross-training, recruiting, onboarding, and retention efforts; identify resource and training gaps and develop plans to address current and future operational needs.
• Perform daily Gemba walks within assigned areas to monitor adherence to Inspection Core Processes and drive timely resolution of issues related to safety, quality, 5S/FOD compliance, and work-in-process management.
• Proactively identify and address operational risks by monitoring safety, quality, and workflow challenges and coordinating with cross-functional teams to implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Support the site's tiered management process by facilitating effective daily Tier 1 meetings, driving issue escalation and resolution, and actively participating in Tier 2 and Tier 3 discussions as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives through participation in site projects, Lean leadership activities, Value Stream Improvement Plans (VSIP), A3 problem-solving efforts, and other business improvement initiatives

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 
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

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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