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Job Title: Distribution and Marketing Data Product Manager

Division: Beazley Shared Services - Data Management

Location: Multiple Locations, US

Hybrid Role

Reports To: Head of Data Products

Key Relationships: Chief Data Office, Data Leadership Team, Data Owners, Distribution and Marketing, CRM, Data Governance and Quality, Data Stewards, Data Architects, Delivery Team members, Technology Team, Finance, Underwriting, Operations and other Business Stakeholders

Beazley:

Beazley is a global specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people,

communities, and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our products are wide ranging from cyber & tech to marine, healthcare, financial institutions, and contingency, covering risks like the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. Collaboration in office spaces is important and we use a hybrid approach with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 1500 of us working around the world. Employee's diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We hire people with wide perspectives, and we have set bold diversity targets as we work towards excellence.

Data @ Beazley:

Our Data team supports Beazley's vision by...

* Being bold through pioneering & championing an exciting vision of how people interact with data

* Facilitating innovation by leading the pace of change in data & analytics, and facilitating the latest capabilities and innovative technologies

* Doing the right thing by providing a controlled working data environment that allows all business domains to thrive independently

* Being the single source of truth for enterprise-wide reporting metrics and KPIs

Our Data team is located at multiple offices across UK, Europe and the US. The specified home office location options provide the best balance for being co-located with key Data Office colleagues and business stakeholders.

The Role:

Data is one of Beazley's greatest assets and this roles is critical to supporting our Distribution and Marketing insights, which includes Customer, Broker and Marketing data. We're seeking a strategic and technically savvy Data Product Manager to lead the strategy, development and evolution of data products and insights that empower our distribution and marketing teams. This role is critical to aligning our data, unlocking insights, and informing growth opportunities across our specialty portfolio. In this role, you will also work to mature data literacy and capabilities as Beazley undertakes a significant investment in modernization, enabling you to embed a culture of data excellence and innovation in our delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the global Distribution and Marketing team to understand, prioritize and develop data products and insights that support their business strategy.

• Build and own a roadmap to provide regular updates on delivery commitments for data products, insights, enhancements and queries.

• Manage stakeholder relationships to support the growth strategy for Beazley customers, brokers, teams and products.

• Produce insights and key data trendsthat highlight business performance, RoI, efficiencies and game-changing growth opportunities.

• Inspire the adoption and use of insights to drive decisions in investment and operations that improve efficiency and drive growth by leading demonstrations and hands on training sessions.

• Lead a team of Product Owners, Product Analysts, Business Analysts and a development team to deliver and maintain data products and insights; maintaining a backlog of work within Jira.

• Represent the business in data governance discussions, escalating issues as appropriate.

• Ensure that data product development considers policy, methodology and standards, and ensure these are adhered to during product development.

• Evaluate the performance of your data product portfolio against KPIs defined by the business and provide feedback on the value delivered.

• Proactively anticipate business needs and look for opportunities to bring innovation or new approaches into the user design, experience, product development and insights.

• Relentlessly focus on the Distribution and Marketing team as a customer, delivering high quality data and insights that are clear and inspire action.

• Partner with the Data Governance Group and CRM solution team (Customer Relationship Management) to drive improvements in our Customer and Broker data quality through MDM and other tools.

• Provide leadership, direction, development and support to direct reports (including off-shore resources).

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics or related field; Master's degree preferred

• Proven experience in data product management, marketing analytics or distribution strategy, preferably in insurance or financial services

• Experience working with data, building data models, and sharing insights

Skills and Abilities:

• Strategic and curious with the ability to design and develop data and insights that support our Distribution and Marketing team's goals, planning, performance and incentives that drive growth

• Understand the specialty insurance market, customer segmentation and distribution channels, with experience in North America, Lloyd's, Retail and Wholesale markets preferred

• Ability to lead workshops that help your stakeholders identify data needs and articulate their desired user experience, with the ability to build dashboards preferred

• Strong organization and communication skills with the ability to direct work, document requirements and present demos

• Advanced technical skills with the ability to dive into the data, identify anomalies, and provide high quality, trusted data

• Understanding of Specialty Insurance principles and key drivers to create opportunities, loyalty and growth

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in Data Products, Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Economics or related fields in Insurance, Financial or sales organizations preferred

• Strong understanding of MDM and CRM systems and their use with Customer and Broker data

• Proficiency in data visualization (Power BI), analytics platform (Snowflake), dashboard design and data storytelling

• Experience working with insurance data, and in particular a strong understanding of pipeline intelligence for sales growth/ targeting and performance

• Ability to use predictive modeling to drive an understanding of performance, customer behavior, and prospective renewals/ growth to help the Distribution Sales team focus on the best opportunities

• Experience managing relationships and teams of stakeholders, business analysts, data analysts, data architects, data modelers, data engineers and testers using agile processes

• Skills in data engineering technologies like Kafka, Snowflake / Snowpark, DataBricks, Jira and Agile principles

• Experience in managing and manipulating large internal and external datasets

• Knowledge of relational and dimensional database structures, theories, principles, and practices

• Driven and proven team player with ability to work with all levels in a highly intellectual, collaborative, and fast paced environment

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor them appropriately for different audiences, technical backgrounds, and seniority

Who We Are:

Beazley is a specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people, communities and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our mission is to inspire our clients and people with the confidence and freedom to explore, create and build - to enable businesses to thrive. Our clients want to live and work freely and fully, knowing they are benefitting from the most advanced thinking in the insurance market. Our goal is to become the highest performing sustainable specialist insurer.

Our products are wide ranging, from cyber & tech insurance to marine, healthcare, financial institutions and contingency; covering risks such as the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

Our Culture

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 2,000 of us working around the world. Employee's diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We are proud of our family-feel culture at Beazley that empowers our staff to work from when and where they want, in an adult environment that is big on collaboration, diversity of thought and personal accountability. Our three core values inspire the way we work and how we treat our people and customers.

• Be bold
• Strive for better
• Do the right thing

Upholding these values every day has enabled us to become an innovative and responsive organization in touch with the changing world around us - our ambitious inclusion & diversity and sustainability targets are testament to this.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, and inclusive working environment. We actively encourage and expect applications from all backgrounds. Our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic workplace ensures that every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

Explore a variety of networks to assist with professional and/or personal development. Our Employee Networks include:

• Beazley RACE - Including, understanding and celebrating People of Colour
• Beazley SHE - Successful, High potential, Empowered women in insurance
• Beazley Proud - Our global LGBTQ+ community
• Beazley Wellbeing - Supporting employees with their mental wellbeing
• Beazley Families - Supporting families and parents-to-be

We encourage internal career progression at Beazley, giving you all the tools you need to drive your own career here, such as:

• Internal Pathways (helping you grow into an underwriting role)
• iLearn (our own learning & development platform)
• LinkedIn Learning
• Mentorship program
• External qualification sponsorship
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Secondment assignments

The Rewards

• The opportunity to connect and build long-lasting professional relationships while advancing your career with a growing, dynamic organization
• Attractive base compensation and discretionary performance related bonus
• Competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with 5% company match and immediate vesting
• 22 days PTO (prorated for 1st calendar year of employment), 11 paid holidays per year, with the ability to flex the religious bank holidays to suit your religious beliefs
• Up to $700 reimbursement for home office setup
• Free in-office lunch, travel reimbursement for travel to office, and monthly lifestyle allowance
• Up to 26 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Up to 2.5 days paid annually for volunteering at a charity of your choice
• Flexible working policy, trusting our employees to do what works best for them and their teams

Salary for this role will be tailored to the successful individual's location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is $130,000-$150,000 per year plus discretionary annual bonus.

Don't meet all the requirements? At Beazley we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every requirement and qualification in the job specification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this, or one of our other roles.

We are an equal opportunities employer and as such, we will make reasonable adjustments to our selection process for candidates that indicate that, owing to disability, our arrangements might otherwise disadvantage them. If you have a disability, including dyslexia or other non-visible ones, which you believe may affect your performance in selection, please advise us in good time and we'll make reasonable adjustments to our processes for you.

In an assigned cell, perform a variety of inspection processes, using various tools and equipment, following standardized methods and established techniques, to verify production process integrity up through and which may include preparation and presentation of parts to customer for Final Inspection or sale. Assist in 1st Article presentations or Production Lot Test initiatives. Accept or reject material based on findings.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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• Work from applicable written inspection procedures, drawings, and other pertinent instructions to plan and perform dimensional and visual inspection on parts, tools, gages, and other equipment, accepting material or referring for rework or quality review based on findings.
  
• Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments including computerized machines where program instructions are well defined to check dimensions and recording results. Perform necessary mathematical computations to determine extent of non-conformance and complete appropriate paperwork.
  
• Follow established procedures to perform in-line checks and verification of dimensions and make sure that operation sheets are being followed.
  
• Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing work as necessary.
  
• Support initiatives as directed to reduce MRB and re-work requirements, and assist in the manufacture of quality parts.
  
• Assist on various internal program audits.
  
• May assist others at their direction in the investigation of unusual non-conformances, new or changed inspection sequences, and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job function.
  
• Support Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement initiatives and function as requested.
  
• Recommend, and participate in environmental health and safety practices.
  
• Refer difficulties to higher-level Inspectors, Lead Person, and /or Supervisor.
  
• Perform routine servicing throughout assigned area following specified procedures, and written instructions, such as operators' checklist, for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly.
  
• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individual skills.
  
• May be required to train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operator permits, and certifications within assigned area or cell.
  

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FUNCTION:

In an assigned area or cell, work with limited supervision to perform the assembly of Production aircraft parts as well as the teardown, and assembly of Overhaul & Repair designated aircraft parts.

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• Performs fitting and assembly operations on various production aircraft parts.
  

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• Performs teardown and assembly of overhaul & repair aircraft parts.
  

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• Cleans and applies special adhesives to materials resulting in a permanent bonding of the materials. Sets up and controls furnace temperature in accordance with established specifications.
  

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• Must be capable of reading and interpreting blueprints, operation sheets, technical specifications and overhaul manuals.
  

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• Maintains necessary records and files.
  

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• Works with limited supervision.
  

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• Assists operators in a lower classification on assembly techniques as needed.
  

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• Performs temporary part marking, In process transfer marking and final part parking operations using Vibro Engraving, Electro-chemical Etch, Ink Stamp, Dot-Peening, and Paint marking with suitable legibility to meet drawing or customer specification requirements
  

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• Works under supervision with salary and hourly support groups to address the most complex problems.
  

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• Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
  

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• Actively participate in various aspects of Lean production and Continuous Improvement projects that drive efficiency improvements.
  

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• Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
  

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• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.
  

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FUNCTION:

Set up, operate, troubleshoot and perform work on a variety of machinery. Be flexible, willing and capable of being trained on additional machines. Perform work at a consistently high level of quality. Be reliable in consistency of work and willingness to work outside of core area of expertise.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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  Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer.

  
  
  

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  Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines.

  
  
  
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  Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise. For example: must be willing to perform work on a Mitsubishi 4 axis machining center even when the person normally runs a Mazak 730 Variaxis.

  
  
  
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  Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation.

  
  
  
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  Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.

  
  
  
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  Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.

  
  
  
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  Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.

  
  
  
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  Must be capable & willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.

  
  
  
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  May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.

  
  
  

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ACCOUNTABILITY:

The position of Cell Leader is a key catalyst on a manufacturing Cell Team, who works in conjunction with Process Engineering, Quality Engineering, and hourly Cell associates to manufacture or assemble a component or major assembly. As such, this individual must supervise a group or groups engaged in various activities in the Operations organization, and act with urgency to direct the resolution of technical and logistics problems and the introduction of measures to improve operations and customer relations.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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• Set work priorities aligned to satisfy company, customer demand and on-time delivery metrics. Collaborate with planner and peer Cell Leaders to schedule work through the various manufacturing work centers and manage work center to assure adequate flow of production. Manage line balance ensuring the pacing process is adequately staffed to maintain desired output levels. Hold direct reports accountable to meet Operating, OTD, Quality, and Safety metrics. Ensure direct reports are fully engaged performing value added work.
  
• Develop and implement action plans to meet department goals in the areas of labor efficiency, labor utilization, housekeeping, on-time delivery and productivity improvements. Perform regular daily audits of key processes to ensure optimum process performance and use of latest operation sheets,
  
• Maintain department/cell metrics. Ensure all direct reports understand their cell metrics and how they impact/improve each metric. Monitor Utilization rate in cell is at acceptable level (direct vs. indirect), Labor Efficiency (by person, by job), Quality Performance (Maintain Quality log), enforce work rules (breaks, cell phones, newspapers, etc.), ensure TPM/PM is being completed.
  
• Coach direct reports in maintaining accurate reporting of employee time, vouchering and work performance within the area. Develop and maintain Skills Matrix for accurate identification of workforce capabilities and cross train to support business need.
  
• Encourage employee involvement in and ownership of continuous improvement activities focused on LEAN and waste reduction. Implement and maintain 6S in Cell.
  
• Develop, plan and implement continuous quality improvement through teams within the area of responsibility to attain World Class Quality. Ensure PDR's are written quickly & thoroughly. Initiate PRB review on suspect parts in a timely manner. Support weekly PRB meetings to determine RCCA and develop rework scenarios where possible. Respond to production problems by personally investigating and resolving such problems with hourly and salaried personnel to assure a continuing flow of product. Utilize formal problem solving methodologies to discover and eliminate root cause.
  
• Actively participate, recommend, and initiate improvement in our EH&S practices and procedures.
  
• Reward and recognize associates on a regular basis and support programs that encourage employee involvement and recognition.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

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• 5-10 years' experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment
  
• Prior experience in a unionized facility is preferred
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  
• Excellent process and problem solving skills
  
• Effective communication skills, including verbal (logical and organized), written, listening and presentation
  
• Experience with ERP systems
  
• Team player with strong people skills
  
• Ability to communicate with and influence employees and management at all levels
  
• Decisive and capable of dealing with conflict and resolving issues promptly
  
• Take charge individual with clear sense of urgency
  
• Proven track record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
  
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement initiatives, root cause corrective action methodology, visual factory management, statistical process control techniques, quality assurance processes, coaching and performance management, safety practices, operations metrics/dashboard measurement.
  

EDUCATION:

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• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Management or equivalent work experience will be considered.
  

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In the aerospace industry, a Program Manager serves as the central bridge between design engineering and full-scale manufacturing. This role is high impact, requiring a strategic thinker who can navigate complex technical requirements and rigorous regulatory standards to ensure products are optimized for both scalability and efficiency.

Core Responsibilities

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• Project Lifecycle Leadership: Own the execution of new products from initial design handoff through prototyping, pilot builds, and final transition to production.
  
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Lead integrated teams across engineering, supply chain, quality, and finance to ensure alignment of program goals.
  
• Resource & Budget Management: Work with cross functional groups to develop end-to-end manufacturing plans, including detailed schedules, resource allocation, and budget oversight to maintain project costs within 5-10% of estimates.
  
• Risk & Change Mitigation: Proactively identify delivery risks, manage engineering changes through disciplined configuration control, and develop contingency plans for roadblocks.
  
• Operational Readiness: Ensure manufacturing systems, tooling, and supply chains are ready for high-volume production, including making critical "make/buy" decisions.
  
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for customers, providing regular status updates on milestones, KPIs, and delivery performance.
  

Required Qualifications

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• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace), Business Management, or Operations Management is typically required.
  
• Experience: At least 3-7 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or a similar fast-paced engineering environment.
  
• Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is frequently preferred or required to demonstrate formal methodology expertise.
  
• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., precision machining, assembly), ERP/MRP systems, and product lifecycle management (PLM) tools.
  
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Aerospace Quality & Compliance standards (such as AS9100 or FAA regulations) is often essential.
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Aerospace NPI managers are often measured by their ability to:

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• Consistently meet Contract Ship Dates for complex projects.
  
• Achieve On-Time Delivery (OTD) and milestone completion targets.
  
• Maintain high Quality Standards and production yields during the ramp-up phase.
  

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FUNCTION:

Set up, operate, troubleshoot and perform work on a variety of machinery. Be flexible, willing and capable of being trained on additional machines. Perform work at a consistently high level of quality. Be reliable in consistency of work and willingness to work outside of core area of expertise.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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  Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer.

  
  
  

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  Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines.

  
  
  
• 
  
  

  Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise. For example: must be willing to perform work on a Mitsubishi 4 axis machining center even when the person normally runs a Mazak 730 Variaxis.

  
  
  
• 
  

  Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation.

  
  
  
• 
  

  Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.

  
  
  
• 
  

  Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.

  
  
  
• 
  

  Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.

  
  
  
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  Must be capable & willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.

  
  
  
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  Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate

  
  
  

  May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.

  
  
  

This position is currently accepting applications.

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Plans and designs manufacturing processes throughout the plant. This position maximizes efficiency by analyzing all aspects of manufacturing processes. Determines parts and tools needed to achieve product specifications and business objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Under general direction, performs the management of projects related to aerospace component engineering and manufacturing for new and existing parts and assemblies. Establishes manufacturing methods and process sequence necessary to complete parts. Creates models, operation sheets and work instructions using Solidworks software. Initiates Tool & Fixture design concepts and maintains close feedback with other shop floor personnel, management and related customers and vendors. Troubleshoots manufacturing problems and implements method and tool improvements. Writes rework and repair methods for non-conformances and prepares projects timelines. Participates in discussions with customers and suppliers as required. Performs additional duties as requested, including cost estimating.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

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• Reads and interprets blueprints, symbols and geometric tolerances based on military and commercial specifications.
  
• Able to process complex assemblies and conceptualize developmental and production tooling in a job shop environment.
  
• Proficient with the following software applications: Solidworks (or equivalent), MS Project / Word / Excel.
  
• Able to create Solid models, operations sheets, Tool and Fixture designs.
  
• Familiarity with specifications and requirements for aerospace component manufacturing that includes having knowledge of aerospace coatings, heat treatment, and machining specifications.
  
• Strong math background including trigonometry and geometry.
  
• Able to research, understand and implement new technologies for possible cost savings and process improvements.
  
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others in a team-based environment.
  
• Able to perform hands-on shop work.
  
• Proficient in project management.
  

Working Conditions:

Normal office working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements. Manufacturing Engineers spend a good amount of time on the shop floor.

EOE Statement:

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer.

Education & Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years' experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience to range from engineering to expediting on shop floor utilizing detailed team input for instruction/directions.
• AS/BS in Engineering Science is advantageous.

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Shaw Search Partners is proud to partner with a luxury retail jewelry organization to identify a Director of Human Resources. The Director of HR will be responsible for leading and executing all aspects of the Human Resources for this multi-location luxury retail jewelry org. This highly hands-on role is responsible for managing all day-to-day HR operations while also providing strategic guidance to leadership. The Director of HR is a trusted advisor to executives and store leadership and plays a critical role in shaping culture, ensuring compliance, supporting employees, and driving performance in a service-focused, luxury retail environment. The HR Director also plays a key role in improving HR systems, workflows, and operational processes, with a focus on reducing manual effort, increasing efficiency, and improving the overall employee and manager experience.

Responsibilities

HR Leadership & Operations

• Develop, implement, and independently manage HR strategies, policies, and programs that support business objectives and reinforce the company’s luxury retail culture.

• Serve as an advisor to leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and employee engagement. Provide communication support for company-wide announcements

• Partner with store leaders to ensure consistent and effective HR practices across Connecticut and Massachusetts locations.

Recruiting

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for corporate and retail positions, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and job offers.

• Identify recruiting strategies and sources to attract high-quality candidates aligned with brand standards and customer service excellence.

• Ensure recruiting and hiring practices comply with applicable Connecticut and Massachusetts employment regulations.

Employee Relations, Coaching & Counseling

• Handle all employee relations matters directly, including coaching, counseling, conflict resolution, disciplinary action, exit interviews, and terminations.

• Conduct workplace investigations and ensure consistent, fair, and legally compliant outcomes.

• Provide day-to-day guidance to managers on employee performance, attendance, conduct, and workplace issues.

• Run the corporate Associate Activities Committee to plan and implement quarterly get togethers to build morale and camaraderie in the office.

• Serve as the primary liaison for the administration of the Educational Assistance Program including approvals and reimbursements.

Performance Management

• Administer the performance management process, including evaluations, feedback, documentation, and development planning.

• Coach and advise managers on delivering feedback, managing performance issues, and taking corrective action when needed.

• Support training & development efforts partnering with the Sales Training Manager.

• Work with the CFO on merit increasing planning and communication in conjunction with the performance review process.

• Partner with leadership team on identifying external providers for executive coaching when necessary.

Benefits & HR Administration

• Administer all insured benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, COBRA, and Fidelity retirement plan in conjunction with the CFO.

• Serve as the primary liaison with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, and vendors.

• Manage open enrollment, benefits communications, wellness initiatives, and employee questions throughout the year.

• Maintain accurate HR records, personnel files, and confidential employee data.

• Handle the leave of absence process working with third party leave administrator and calculate leave pay when CT and MA Paid Leave is being utilized.

Compliance & Employment Law

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, Connecticut, and Massachusetts employment laws and regulations.

• Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures to reflect multi-state requirements.

• Provide practical, compliant guidance to leadership on wage and hour, leave administration, and employee relations matters.

• Manage workers’ compensation claims, including reporting, follow-up, and coordination with carriers. Secretary for the company Safety Committee and primary liaison with external guard service.

• Handle unemployment claims for Connecticut and Massachusetts, including responses, hearings, and documentation.

Payroll Administration

• Administer HR-related payroll changes, including employee rate changes, position changes, status updates, and approved deductions.

• Handle all benefit, garnishment, and deduction updates to ensure accuracy.

• Oversee year-end vacation/sick accrual adjustments and ensure accurate carryover and balances. • Partner with payroll administrator/CFO to handle employee payroll questions related to pay rates, deductions, accruals, and corrections.

• Identify, propose, and implement technology applications to streamline onboarding process for payroll and benefits enrollment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required;

• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience; retail or luxury brand experience strongly preferred.

• Experience managing HR responsibilities in a multi-state environment (CT/MA preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of employment law, benefits administration, employee relations, and performance management.

• Proven ability to coach leaders and employees at all levels.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated experience improving HR processes or leading operational change in a hands-on environment.

• Comfortable working in environments where processes are evolving and structure needs to be built.

The Final Inspection Apprentice position is primarily responsible for inspecting and recording dimensions of aerospace components per process sheets, Inspection reports, Blueprints and applicable specifications utilizing specified gages and methods to ensure the quality requirements are met prior to presenting the final aerospace component to the customers.

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• Review all raw material and processing certifications IAW Customer and PO requirements.
  
• Utilize Material Release database to document quality review/activities.
  
• Visual and dimensional verification (inspection) to requirements utilizing: micrometers, calipers, bore gages, thread gages, and other inspection equipment as required.
  
• Review and acceptance of Travelers to assure all sign-off complete and revision levels are to Operation Book Requirements.
  
• Presentation of inspected/received parts to various customer representatives and the resolution to any customer questions or concerns.
  
• Initiation of Discrepancy Reports, internal and external for products not meeting drawing requirements.
  
• Perform tasks as assigned by Supervisor and/or Team Leader.
  

Physical Requirements:

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• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  
• Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time.
  
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
  
• Frequent twisting and bending.
  

Unusual Environmental Conditions:

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• Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants, and chemicals.
  

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

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• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, hearing protection may be required or other protective equipment as needed.
  

Qualifications - Required

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• US Citizen
  
• High School Diploma or equivalent
  
• Minimum of 1 Year of Aerospace Inspection Experience
  
• Familiar with ISO / AS9100 requirements and/or Auditing Skills
  
• Basic math or industrial mathematics desired.
  
• Good written and verbal skills
  
• Basic computer skills
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Strong problem-solving skills required
  
• Strong organizational skills required
  

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