2nd Shift Production Supervisor

GE Aerospace; Whitwell; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Whitwell is seeking a Production Manager to oversee front line manufacturing production associates. Responsibilities include managing team performance, conducting evaluations, and ensuring safety and quality metrics are met. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of manufacturing experience, including Lean Manufacturing. The compensation ranges from $83,800.00 to $112,000 USD annually, with additional benefits.

Benefits

Performance bonus

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee manufacturing production associates.
• Conduct performance evaluations and mentorship.
• Drive safety, quality, and delivery metrics within the team.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage front line manufacturing production associates for respective business
• Perform employee performance evaluations
• Conduct and execute on manpower planning and training to develop adequate skills within the team to meet customer requirements/demand
• Mentor team leaders in the ability to problem solve and coach peers
• Resolve problems through the application of acquired expertise guided by precedent
• Work together with colleagues across site specific business unit
• Be responsible for safety, quality, delivery and cost metrics for the assigned team
• Coach, counsel, recognize and discipline as necessary
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization and functions of the Rutland facility, including direct reports, peers, senior leadership as well as maintenance, Quality, EHS and finance
• Flexibility in schedule to work an off shift position (2nd shift, 3pm-11pm)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years in manufacturing experience) plus a minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience; Lean Manufacturing experience
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Compensation and Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $83,800.00 – $112,000 USD annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by factors including experience, education, and work location. This position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan.
• The posting is expected to close on October 10, 2025.
• GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support health and well-being, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; health coaching; and Employee Assistance Program. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan with 401(k) matching and contribution, plus access to Fidelity resources. Other benefits include tuition/adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off for vacation or illness.
• GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. Each Sponsor may terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.