Aerospace Manufacturing - Production Supervisor 1st Shift

Sekisui-Aerospace; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Time

Job summary

SEKISUI Aerospace in Renton, WA is seeking a Production Supervisor for 1st shift to lead daily manufacturing activities, ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and manage staffing and workflow.

This position requires strong leadership, the ability to read blueprints, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety guidelines.
• Proven ability to improve efficiency and output while controlling costs.
• Experience reading and interpreting manufacturing blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead production team members in daily activities, including assigning duties, coaching, and disciplinary actions as necessary
• Coordinate and communicate production activities with internal departments and external customers
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and safety guidelines to workers
• Promote flow and pull of products and information to internal and external customers
• Lead regular communications with the team on department performance and waste reduction
• Investigate production floor issues and implement 5S and process improvements
• Partner with quality and engineering to prevent recurrence of issues

Skills

manufacturing

process controls

continuous improvement

communication

read blueprints GD&T

multitask

leadership

Education

Certificate or Degree from college or technical school

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

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Aerospace Manufacturing - Production Supervisor 1st Shift

Annual-Full Time Production Support Renton, WA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2970

Build the Future of Aerospace with Us

At SEKISUI Aerospace, we don't just manufacture aircraft components, we help shape the future of flight. Our team members take pride in producing high-quality composite structures and assemblies that support some of the world's leading aerospace programs.

Join us as we look to the future! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming Production Supervisor position at our Renton location.

Salary:$91,500.00 - $110,000.00 annually DOE

SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment where goal-oriented individuals thrive as they take on even more demanding challenges. We are committed to excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities.

Your Work Matters Here

At SEKISUI Aerospace, you're not just filling a position, you're joining a team that takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and innovation.

When you walk through our doors, you become part of a company helping shape the future of aerospace manufacturing while building a stronger future for yourself.

Why Join SEKISUI Aerospace?

Because you're looking for more than just a job. You're looking for:

• A career with purpose
• A company that invests in its people
• Opportunities to learn and advance
• Competitive pay and benefits
• A team that values quality, safety, and innovation

At SEKISUI Aerospace, you'll be part of a team that manufactures advanced composite structures and aerospace components used by some of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to launch a rewarding career, this is your opportunity to do work that truly matters.

Summary

The Production Supervisor oversees daily production activities to ensure volume, cost, and quality standards are met. Coordinates work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity. Identifies problems in the production process and provides production reports to support process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead production team members in their daily activities, including assigning duties, providing training, coaching, counseling, and presenting disciplinary actions as necessary
• Coordinate and communicate production activities with external customers and internal departments, including logistics, engineering, and production management (to include management on other shifts)
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and safety guidelines to workers
• Promote flow and pull of products and information to internal and ultimately external customers
• Lead regular communications with the team on company and department performance, with the goals of improvement and reducing waste and non-value-added activity
• Investigate problems and issues on the production floor, recommend and implement solutions, including 5S tools to reduce variation in the work environment. Develop and utilize visual aids to communicate processes and procedures identified to address issues
• Partner with quality and engineering teams to identify issues and develop and implement processes and procedures to prevent recurrence

Qualifications

• Ability to apply technical knowledge related to the field of manufacturing
• Demonstrated expertise in methodologies for process controls and their applications
• Demonstrated skills and understanding of continuous improvement methods to enhance safety, on-time delivery, cost, and quality of products
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse community of customers and employees at all levels
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing blueprints, plans, GD&T callouts, and specifications
• Capacity to comprehend detailed and complex information and ideas, and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to effectively communicate and deliver information to managers, supervisors, and technicians using various methods of communication (telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in-person)
• Ability to multitask, follow through, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Capacity to work under pressure while maintaining perspective
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Strong operational thinking that moves the organization’s vision and goals to successful implementation
• Demonstrated leadership skills that are aligned to our company core values

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of composite manufacturing process is strongly preferred

Education

• Certificate or Degree from college or technical school or related experience or training
• Equivalent combination of education and experience can be used in lieu of above requirement

Experience

• Minimum of two years’ supervision experience in a manufacturing environment

Computer Skills

• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite to interoperate and create reports preferred
• Prior experience with an ERP system preferred

  Other Duties

  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

  About Us

  For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

  Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

  Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

  SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace.Pre-employment drug screen required.

  Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

  People with Disabilities

  SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

  Please call if you need accommodation.

  Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

  E-Verify Statement

  SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site .

  Pay

  SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

  Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

  Our Values

  The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.

  • Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company-Sponsored 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!
  • 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year