2nd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor - Operation Management

GE Aerospace; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Loves Park, IL is seeking a 2nd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily production operations for advanced jet engines and components. You will manage a team of about 20 hourly employees across machining, assembly, and lab operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while driving continuous improvement.

This hands-on leadership role requires the ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced aerospace environment, a strong focus on safety, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 1 year of professional experience OR associate’s degree with minimum 3 years of professional experience OR high school diploma with minimum 5 years of professional experience.
• Desireable: leadership experience in manufacturing; ability to make independent decisions; experience leading teams in machining, assembly, or industrial production; strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, and production targets
• Supervise and develop a team of ~20 hourly employees across machining, assembly, and lab operations
• Foster safety culture, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Monitor production flow and performance; partner with planning to execute schedules
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and drive corrective actions
• Train employees on required skills and standard work
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
• Troubleshoot production issues with maintenance and support teams
• Communicate results, gaps, and recovery plans to leadership

Skills

People leadership

Independent decisions

Manufacturing leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (1+ yrs exp)

Associate’s degree (3 yrs exp)

High school diploma (5 yrs exp)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to help shape the future of flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. As a 2nd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor, you will play a key role in producing advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft worldwide.

In this role, you will lead daily production operations at our Loves Park facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent execution across the production line. You will oversee a team of approximately 20 hourly employees, including Machinists, General Assemblers, and Lab Technicians, while driving performance in safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and can make sound decisions to keep operations running smoothly.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Ability to work 2nd shift schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 10-hour days, starting at approximately 4:30 PM Central.
• Lead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, and production targets
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of approximately 20 hourly employees across machining, assembly, and lab operations
• Foster a strong culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Monitor production flow and operational performance to ensure reliability and consistency on the line
• Partner with production planning to execute schedules and meet customer and business commitments
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and drive corrective actions when needed
• Train employees on required skills, processes, and standard work to support operational excellence
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall performance
• Troubleshoot production issues and work cross-functionally with maintenance and support teams to minimize downtime
• Communicate production results, gaps, and recovery plans to leadership and stakeholders
• Make timely, independent decisions to maintain momentum and support shift performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with minimum of 1 years of professional experience OR associate’s degree with minimum of 3 years of professional experience OR a high school diploma with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience

Desired Qualifications

• People leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced operating environment
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with responsibility for daily operations
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive execution, and solve problems in a production setting
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience leading teams in machining, assembly, or other industrial production operations
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods
• Familiarity with safety regulations and quality standards in aerospace or other highly regulated industries
• Ability to analyze production data and use insights to improve operational efficiency
• Proven ability to motivate teams, develop talent, and build a strong performance culture

The base pay range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, 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 each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs 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.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No