Join us in celebrating the career of Bill Fitzsimmons, STS Aero-New Jersey’s Second Shift Supervisor. Bill has spent the last 7 years leading various manufacturing teams at STS. In total, he has 32 years of experience managing on the shop floor. Prior to that he served 6 years of active duty in the Navy.
Bill has a leadership style that exemplifies the culture at STS Aero. He leads with humility and in service of others. He remains attentive to the goal and assures that each one of his employees understand their connection to it. It is important that his shift goes home feeling and knowing that they accomplished what they set out to do.
Bill is devoted to his craft. He blazed a trail with his style of nightly shift huddles and diligently prepares for them daily. He works hard to keep his crew engaged with questions and insights. He starts each huddle with fun stretches that bring smiles to even the most stoic of employees.
Last but not least Bill is a “great teammate.” His display of self-sacrifice and commitment to others at STS Aero is truly inspiring. He brings his energy and positive outlook with him every day. Bill can lift you up even on the toughest days.
Among other things, traveling and spending valuable time with his wife and family will be the next things on Bill’s checklist. Please join us in wishing Bill health and happiness in the next chapter in his life.