Aviation Parts Lead

Overview

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About PSA

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 5,500 team members.

At PSA we are defining the standard in regional aviation by focusing on The PSA Standard - our foundation for operation. Through our six Winning Behaviors - safe and caring, customer-centric and quality-focused, dependable and ethical, fact-based, focused and flexible, on-time, and cost-conscious – our team members are showing up every day for our customers and each other. Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Lead Aviation Parts (Lead) assists the Manager Aviation Parts (Manager) and/or the Supervisor Aviation Parts (Supervisor) in leading the stores operation at his/her base in daily operations that resulting in the maintenance of proper inventory levels along with the proper receiving, inspecting, shipping, and/or storage of materials used in support of PSA fleet operations.  This role primarily performs the same tasks as a Specialist Aviation Parts (Specialist) but acts as the Lead for the group, assisting either the Manager and/or Supervisor in assuring that daily tasks are completed on the shift according to company policies and procedures in a timely manner. This is done in accordance with the established corporate policies, procedures, and FAA requirements.

Job Responsibilities

The Stores Lead performs the duties of a Stores Clerk while also assisting the Stores Supervisor to complete the following activities in a timely manner per established company guidelines and performs all roles assigned by the Stores Manager in his/her absence:

• Works in the absence of the Manager and/or Supervisor to lead the team in completing assigned tasks for each shift.
• Ensures that the Receiving, Inspection, and binning of the daily deliveries of materials and shipment of repairs and stock transfers within established standards and times.
• Ensures that all incomplete tasks are documented and conveyed via accepted method of handoff between shift changes.
• Works with the Manager and/or Supervisor to ensure that all materials requested by the maintenance technicians are provided promptly to support line, overnight and heavy check operations.
• Trains Specialist in the proper procedures to ensure that parts/materials are properly stored, segregated, and labelled, and that they comply with current Shelf Life Programs and hazardous materials storage guidelines.
• Reviews tasks performed by Specialist throughout the shift and identifies opportunities for improvements to training methods and communicates to the Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Serves as a reference point and mentor to the Specialist in all aspects of Stockroom operations that are applicable to their respective job classifications. This includes, but is not limited to computerized management and issuance of materials, hazmat training, shelf life training, cycle counting, as well as storage, packaging, receiving, of materials and disposal of hazardous, scrap or BER materials per established company guidelines.
• Provides professional development input for the Manager and/or Supervisor to assist with performance reviews and plans for the Specialist using established PSA company guidelines.
• Ensures that all activities relative to AOG and after hour AOG support are carried out in the most safe, expeditious, and economical way possible.
• Works with the Manager and/or Supervisor to ensure that parts are transferred to other store locations in a timely and effective manner to support the PSA fleet and identifies and communicates opportunities for improvement.
• Works with the Manager and/or Supervisor to ensure that material inspection of incoming parts is in accordance with procedures as determined by the Chief Inspector and that rejected materials are tagged and stored per the established guidelines.
• Assists the Manager and/or Supervisor with the inventory control program to ensure accurate identification and retrieval of parts/materials in support of the PSA fleet
• Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Delegates duties as necessary, although this does not relieve the Lead of the responsibility.
• Other projects as assigned.

Position Specifics

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least two years of facility maintenance experience preferred, one year of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity preferred.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to speak/read/write in English.
• If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Additional Information

Work Environment: This job operates approximately 90% of the time inside a climate controlled building and approximately 10% of the time outside in all types of weather. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines and filing cabinets.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift weight up to 50 lbs; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.Security Clearance: All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209. AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.