We’re seeking an R&D Production Supervisor to work with our dynamic team of engineers, designers, and technicians to fabricate large structures for experimental flight vehicles. We believe in fast-cycle development and approach flight hardware with the motto “build a little, test a little, learn a lot.” The R&D Production Supervisor will ensure that production remains a smooth and efficient process while monitoring employees and organizing workflows. They must be highly skilled in complex operations and able to comprehend the multifaceted nature of the production process. The primary responsibilities of the Production Supervisor include directing job assignments, providing technical hands-on leadership to the production team, and selecting and training new employees and employees working on new jobs.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Working with design in the production of prototypes and development level products
- Administering work accordingly to the team and recommending improvement strategies to workflow
- Identifying all team issues and providing continuous support to all members according to operating standards on an everyday basis
- Supervising the entire operations of the facility with an aim for high performance
- Enforcing all safety policies on the production floor
- Creating and overseeing employee training to increase production, enhance safe operations and ensure profitability
- Maintaining communication between management and employees to ensure that necessary policies are understood and followed
- Ensuring that the flow of resources, like raw materials, is maintained and production items are delivered as needed and used properly and efficiently
- Setting daily, weekly and monthly goals
- Reviewing the processes and protocol set forth to determine whether they are the most effective approaches to managing production
- Monitoring the performance of team members to ensure that they are all contributing adequately and working safely
- Developing protocol to handle emergency situations and other obstacles that may arise throughout the facility
- Holding all team members fully accountable for their role in the final product produced, its quality, and the efficiency with which it is produced
- Leading team in developing effective work habits, efficient skills, and high standards for quality
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a production supervisor or similar role
- Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
- Strong work ethic and leadership skills
- Self-motivated and results-driven
- Excellent coaching, written, and communication skills
- Broad knowledge of production planning processes
- Ability to communicate to both the management and production teams clearly and informatively
- Proficiency with computer operations and programs such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Access or other data tracking systems
- High school diploma
- B.A. or B.S. in a technical, engineering, or relevant field preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 45 pounds
Lighter Than Air offers medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.