Aerospace Planning SupervisorTitle: Aerospace Planning SupervisorReports to: Quality ManagerLocation: Kent, WA - onsiteType: Exempt, Full-TimeSchedule: Monday - Friday day shift; ability to work occasionally during an off shift when neededRole OverviewSupervise staff and responsibilities relating to the planning and certifications process within Hytek's Quality Management System as it pertains to AS9100, Nadcap, FAA Repair Station, and OEM approvals. Establishes and monitors Key Process Indicators (KPI's) to reflect the effectiveness and efficiency of department activities.The Ideal CandidateHas an entrepreneurial mindset, thinking and acting like an owner with a strong sense of urgency and bias for action.Is skilled in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements, take corrective action and creating a track record of successful leadership.Is comfortable with ambiguity and constant change, nimble and responsive in the short-term while driving progress on longer-term initiatives and process improvements.Has emotional intelligence and able to build strong trust with leaders and employees of diverse backgrounds and situations at all levels.Is an exceptional communicator in both written and verbal interactions; clear, concise, and courageous in giving tough but supportive feedback when needed.ResponsibilitiesEnsure all planning and certification tasks and activities are performed in a timely and efficient, and effective manner. This includes:Leader of non-exempt employees within the planning and certification teams.Develop and revise QMS procedures, SOP's, and other work instructions that support the planning and certifications tasks and activities.Will be relied upon as a subject matter expert for the Planning and Certification processes during ERP upgrade project scheduled for FY24.Conduct performance reviews and performance planning for employees.Establish training plans for employees which includes cross-training between the two teams.Support onboarding of new business through the New Product Integration (NPI) process.Able to jump in as necessary to provide hands-on backup to the planning and certification tasks and activities during periods of high demand orAble to personally plan or cert jobs to help the team overcome sudden spikes in incoming work.Ensure proper contract review (terms & conditions, specification revisions, etc.) is performed on all incoming customer purchase orders.Work with Customer Service and Value Stream Managers to ensure process lead times and expedites are kept up to date.Support non-conformance tags and corrective action requests as it pertains to the areas.Develop, maintain, administer, and/or support any quality related training within the business.QualificationsDemonstrates an understanding of processing and product quality.Ability to understand and utilize problem solving tools (5 Why's, Fishbone, 8D).Strong computer skills using MS Office products. ERP system experience desired, Syteline experience preferred.Must be authorized to work in the U.S. An export license will be required to work in all areas of the facility for non-US persons.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.Education/Previous Experience RequirementsBachelor's Degree or Quality-related certification preferred and 3-5+ years of relevant work experience desired; aerospace manufacturing or finishing experience preferred.Successful experience working in a manufacturing environment and/or the aerospace industry preferred.Knowledge of AS9100 Aerospace Standard.Aerospace finishing specifications and experience with Infor SyteLine is a plus.Essential