Methods Analysis

Methods Process Analyst | Turn Production Challenges Into Smarter, Safer SolutionsPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find motivated Methods Process Analysts ready to improve how world-class aerospace production gets done.If you're a problem-solver who enjoys analyzing performance, improving processes, and collaborating across teams, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact on safety, quality, cost, and production flow while building valuable experience in a complex manufacturing environment.Position DetailsJob Title: Methods Process AnalystJob Type: Full-Time, Contract | 4 MonthsLocations: Everett, Renton, Seattle, Auburn, or Puyallup/Fredrickson, WashingtonWork Arrangement: 100% OnsiteSchedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift, approximately 6:30 AM-3:00 PMPay Rate: Starting at $34.34 per hourAssignment End Date: December 31, 2026What You'll DoAs a Methods Process Analyst, you'll work alongside manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and production-support teams to help stabilize current production while preparing for future rate changes, new models, and evolving customer requirements.Your Responsibilities Will IncludeAnalyze production performance against daily schedules, work orders, and established plansLearn production processes and help ensure proper sequencing and resource alignmentEvaluate resource capacity, utilization, constraints, and production performanceIdentify opportunities to reduce or eliminate safety and ergonomic concernsAnalyze quality-defect trends, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend corrective improvementsIdentify and reduce non-value-added activities to improve cost, efficiency, and production flowApply Lean methodologies and structured problem-solving techniques to production challengesHelp develop and implement standardized processes across production environmentsSupport capacity planning, supply chain planning, logistics, and resource-utilization initiativesDevelop visual tools that highlight performance metrics, trends, and improvement opportunitiesCollaborate with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and other support organizations to identify and mitigate production risksWhen disruptions occur, help develop recovery plans using capacity and constraint analysis to return operations to baseline while minimizing downstream impactsSupport production stabilization initiatives while keeping future production requirements and major milestones in focusShare ideas, ask questions, and help drive improvements regardless of organizational level or tenureThis is an environment where initiative matters. If you see an opportunity to make a process safer, more efficient, or more reliable, you'll be encouraged to speak up and help develop the solution.Required QualificationsTo be considered, candidates should have:Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in a business-related discipline such as:Business AdministrationBusiness ManagementFinanceOperations ManagementSupply Chain ManagementEconomicsStrong time-management, organizational, and communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteSelf-starter mentality with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple organizations and disciplinesAbility to successfully complete required on-the-job or formal classroom trainingAbility to work 100% onsite at one of the designated Washington locationsAbility to crouch, remain mobile throughout the workday, walk production areas, and climb stairs as requiredPreferred QualificationsWe'd especially like to hear from candidates with:1+ years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, or production environment1+ years of experience defining, developing, implementing, or improving production processesExperience with capacity planning and resource utilizationKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologiesExperience developing and deploying standardized processesExperience with supply chain planning or logisticsProficiency in structured problem solving and root cause analysisExperience developing visual management tools, dashboards, or performance metricsDemonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple support organizationsFor an Associate-level opportunity, typical experience includes a bachelor's degree plus 1 or more years of related experience, a master's degree with related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Why Join Us?At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities to contribute to some of the most exciting and complex programs in the aviation industry.In This Role, You'll Have An Opportunity ToGain hands-on experience inside a sophisticated aerospace manufacturing environmentHelp solve real production challenges with measurable impact on safety, quality, cost, and flowDevelop valuable expertise in Lean Manufacturing, capacity planning, process improvement, and production stabilizationWork alongside professionals across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and operationsBuild your ability to turn data and observations into actionable process improvementsWork in a culture where collaboration, curiosity, continuous improvement, and fresh ideas are valuedStrengthen your experience with an industry leader while expanding your professional networkMost importantly, you don't need decades of experience to make a difference. Great ideas can come from anyone, and this team is looking for people who are willing to ask the right questions, collaborate across functions, and find better ways to get the job done.Ready to Turn Ideas Into Improvements?If you're analytical, curious, collaborative, and ready to put your business and process-improvement skills to work in a fast-moving aerospace production environment, we want to hear from you.Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and take the next step toward a career where your ideas can help shape safer, smarter, and more efficient aviation manufacturing.This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license. Pay Details: $34.34 per hourBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacyRequirementsThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.