Project Manager - Operations

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Mississauga has an exciting new opportunity for a Project Manager. The ideal candidate will combine a technical background along with project management skills to plan, organize, lead and control all aspects of operational projects, including facility expansion and addition of new work cells to support new business and increased customer demands. This will be in conjunction with all applicable Magellan Aerospace Mississauga (MAM) function groups.  

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals including successful implementation and maintenance of MOS.
• Administer all aspects of time-limited, short term, specific, business initiatives that result in operational improvements. and interfaces with cross functional departments to resolve process-related problems.
• Organize and direct the activities of Cross Functional Teams including ME, Tooling, NC Programming, Estimating, Purchasing, Facilities, Process Engineering, Operations, Finance and Contracts using MAM’s Project Management tools and systems.
• Facilitate, manage and track all projects related to budget, cost savings, capacity, utilization of equipment and purchase of new equipment etc.
• Facilitate Value Stream Mapping Kaizen events, optimizing manufacturing flow and boosting production output.
• Working with cross functional teams, as applicable, to provide training for improved processes.
• Writing technical reports, maintaining open issues list, and communicating confidently to all levels of the business, both by written and verbal means.
• Develops project plans to achieve specific goals or solve daily problems, by defining scope, identifying stakeholders, defining constraints (budget, material, people, equipment, other).
• Work with Maintenance department to ensure timely development of PM program, spare parts list and zero interruption to regular production for new machinery and equipment.

Position Requirements 

• Degree in mechanical, materials metallurgy or industrial engineering
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in Aerospace Manufacturing is an asset
• Lean Six Sigma certification is an asset
• Working knowledge of AS9100 / 9110 is an asset
• Highly organized with strong Project Management skills
• Creative / outside the box thinker
• Detail oriented
• Approachable with excellent communication skills
• Team player, able to manage conflicts
• Ability to challenge the status quo and provide recommendation with supporting data
• Proficient in SolidEdge and technical sketching.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Why Magellan?

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package (fully Company paid)
• Generous Company pension plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Commitment to professional growth
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recreation Club
• Free parking

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.