SME Logistics – Sarasota Assembly Line

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.

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.
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.  

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 paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The hiring range is $85,000 - $105,000 per year. This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations. The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions. Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time; early applications are encouraged.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.