Assembly Supervisor - Aerospace

Accurus Aerospace Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurus Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Assembly Supervisor in Tulsa, OK to lead the mechanical assembly team for metallic aerospace components. The role oversees staffing, scheduling, safety, and production metrics while driving continuous improvement across the department.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years in aerospace assembly, and supervisory experience. Proficiency with measurement tools and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training in hands-on manufacturing preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in mechanical aerospace assembly.
• Experience with measurement tools such as height gauges and calipers.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Staff, schedule, and manage the assembly department operations.
• Ensure safety, quality, and adherence to production metrics.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Train new employees and mentor skill development.
• Coordinate with production meetings and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Height gauges

Drills

Rivet guns

Job description

The Assembly Supervisor is responsible for managing employees who perform the mechanical assembly of metallic aerospace components. The Supervisor is responsible for staffing, scheduling, and overall department operations. Supervisors are held accountable for safety and compliance, quality, production metrics, and continuous improvement for the assigned department(s).

Essential Functions

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Adheres to safety guidelines and procedures and holds team accountable to the same; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with EHS Manager, maintenance personnel, and others to minimize hazards and ensure employee safety
• Communicates professionally and appropriately to convey instructions, demonstrate procedures, and manage employee performance and behavior
• Sets an example for integrity, communication, and compliance for others in the organization by following policies, communicating professionally, and providing timely responses to internal customers
• Complies with manufacturing processes, quality standards & procedures, and leader instructions consistently and accepts responsibility for his/her actions and work product; conveys clear directions to employees and holds team accountable for actions and work product
• Trains new employees and mentors skill development during the introductory period for new hires; ensures initial training and periodic re-training for team members is completed as expected
• Attends production meetings and collaborates with internal stakeholders regarding production scheduling and quality issues
• Records information in the ERP system and updates other metrics as required; communicates regularly via phone, email, and in-person with employees across all levels
• Verifies equipment is operating correctly and safely; performs basic troubleshooting and may perform maintenance or submit work orders as appropriate
• Maintains a clean, organized, safe work area
• Utilizes tape measure, mics, calipers, and other gauges to interpret part measurements and visually assess and inspect parts accurately
• Drives motor vehicle as required
• Interviews applicants and selects qualified personnel for available roles on the team; complies with regulations and internal processes for recruiting, selection, and recordkeeping
• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

This Role Is Identified As Requiring ITAR (International Traffic In Arms Regulations) Compliance; Therefore, Qualified Candidates Must Meet The Definition Of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 And ITAR 120.15)

• An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or
• An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or
• An individual who is granted status as a "protected person"

Required Education And Work Experience

• A high school diploma or GED
• Vocational training in a hands-on manufacturing career or similar field is preferred
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in similar mechanical assembly in aerospace manufacturing
• Experience with tools such as height gauges, drills, rivet guns, and other hand tools
• Supervisory experience is preferred

Other Required Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of quality standards; AS9100 preferred
• Ability to read and understand customer prints, drawings, and specifications
• Ability to accurately use mics, calipers, gauges, and other measurement instruments
• Professional verbal and written communication (English)
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel; Teams and SharePoint knowledge is beneficial

Physical Demands and Work Environment

To Perform The Essential Functions Of The Role, Employees Must Be Able To Perform The Following Activities With Or Without Reasonable Accommodations:

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, and stand for long periods to perform job duties
• Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally climb steps, stairs, or ladders
• Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel
• Accurately distinguish colors to respond to sensors, indicators, and color-variable dashboards
• Visual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices
• Use hands and fingers to operate hand tools, fit parts together, and manually inspect and assess parts
• Use hands and fingers to precisely fit small parts together and to install and tighten fasteners, sometimes within confined and difficult-to-reach component constraints

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

• Excessive noise (hearing protection required)
• Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors (occasionally)
• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)
• Hazardous equipment, including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment

The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and safety footwear is required

We appreciate your interest in Accurus Aerospace; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. For full details, please visit the benefits section of our website.

Accurus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affluent Action Plan (AAP) employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Please see our website for more information on employment practices.

Please note that Accurus only accepts applications submitted through our online recruiting system. For information on disability accommodations for applicants, please visit our career page.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully completing a drug screen and criminal background screening. Certain positions may require a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a credit report, and/or a medical physical examination.

Thank you for considering Accurus for your next career opportunity.