SME Logistics – Sarasota Assembly Line
Description Be part of the operations team for our first US aircraft assembly line for Pilatus. Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. is launching a new PC-12 final assembly operation in Sarasota, Florida. To establish this operation successfully, we are seeking an experienced Logistics Subject Matter Expert to develop reliable logistics processes, material flows and production-supply standards for the new assembly line.
The successful candidate will complete advanced, hands-on training within the established Pilatus logistics organization in Stans, Switzerland. Training will be completed during the initial 6-9 months of employment and will require international travel. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Serve as the local subject matter expert for logistics processes, material flow and production supply within the Sarasota supply chain organization.
Design, implement, standardize and continuously improve inbound, outbound, warehousing and internal logistics processes for the assembly-line startup and ramp-up. Plan and monitor goods receipt, put away, storage, picking, internal transport, line feeding, packing and shipping activities. Ensure reliable material availability at the point of use and act as the primary logistics interface with Production regarding shortages and material-supply issues.
Define, document and train standardized work for goods receipt, warehouse operations, picking, material handling and internal transportation. Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety, inventory-control and traceability requirements throughout logistics operations. Analyze logistics master data and transactional data, develop meaningful KPIs, and prepare reports and briefings for management.
Coordinate daily workload, staffing priorities and operational activities within the logistics area, and support employee onboarding, coaching and performance feedback. Lead or support logistics improvement projects, root-cause analysis, layout optimization and cost-reduction initiatives in cooperation with internal and global stakeholders. Other Duties/Responsibilities Maintain logistics master data, process documentation and SAP transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
Support inventory counts, discrepancy resolution, missing-material meetings and corrective actions. Work with a high level of ownership, urgency and flexibility, particularly during assembly-line startup and ramp-up. Perform other duties and support cross-functional projects as assigned. Requirements Skills/Qualifications Completed vocational training or associate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations or a related discipline; a bachelor’s degree is an advantage.
Four or more years of relevant logistics or warehouse experience, preferably in aerospace or another regulated manufacturing environment. Strong practical knowledge of goods receipt, warehousing, picking, inventory control, line feeding, material flow and shipping processes. Experience with SAP logistics modules and warehouse-management systems; SAP S/4HANA experience is an advantage. Strong MS Office, analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to translate operational data into practical improvements.
Demonstrated ability to document processes, train employees, coordinate priorities and guide teams through changing operational requirements. Clear communication, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and cultures. Ability to work independently, manage fluctuating workloads and make timely, fact-based decisions in a startup environment.
Fluent English is required; German or Spanish language skills are an advantage. Willingness and ability to travel internationally for training and operational support. What We Offer Unique opportunity to be part of Pilatus’ first US PC-12 assembly line. International training assignment within the established Pilatus material-management organization in Stans, Switzerland. 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of p