Supervisor, Production

SUMMARY:  The Production Supervisor is responsible for the effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity of the day-to-day operations of the MRO site. The person will be a hands-on leader providing direction, coaching, and management to the team. The position is both strategic and detail-oriented, with proven operations, supply chain, and technical experience in an aerospace MRO environment. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Monitor and manage timeclock and attendance exceptions.  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for process improvements. 

• Actively participate in future growth plans for their team.  

• Hold their team accountable for their production levels and organizational expectations.  

• Oversee daily operations in the machine shop to ensure efficiency and quality. 

• Conduct regular maintenance and calibration of machinery. 

• Troubleshoot machinery and production issues promptly. 

• Developing and testing effective automated and manual systems. 

• Provide all new and/or reoccurring training and technical support to machinists.  

• Monitor and assist production flow of components. 

• Communicate with other team leads daily on support opportunities.  

• Attend training courses as required.  

• Be involved with new capabilities within department. 

• Utilize specialty and hand tools daily.  

• Read and interpret technical data and drawings.  

• Verify that all components are tested to the appropriate specifications to ensure airworthiness.  

• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed. 

• Strong Verbal and written communications skills. 

• Planning and organization skills necessary to plan, prioritize and coordinate workload of assigned employees within a multiple project setting. 

• Computer skills necessary to learn and / or operate word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, project, email, and web-based application. 

• Engineering technical support for cross-functional teams. 

• Engineering responsibilities as assigned/required.  

• Other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:    

• Bachelor’s degree 

• 6 years of relevant/technical work experience and 3+ years of leadership experience 

• OR an additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree. 

• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required.

• High mechanical aptitude required.  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and scheduling applications. 

• Flexibility to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements. 

• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.   

• Attention to small details as well as strong math skills. 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: 

• 8+ years of operational work experience. 

• 6+ years in the aviation industry. 

OTHER:   

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.