Cell Leader / Supervisor

Prattwhitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

Disability leave

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Scholar Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt Whitney in Asheville, NC is seeking a manufacturing operations supervisor to lead daily activities, guide teams, and coordinate with support groups to align with production goals. You will establish work schedules, drive continuous improvement, mentor employees, and ensure safety, quality, and cost targets are met through disciplined execution of the Standard Production System (SPS).

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years in manufacturing/operations, or a Master’s with 2+

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years in manufacturing/operations, or a Master’s with 2+ years.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in an operations or manufacturing setting.
• U.S. citizenship required due to government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to employees.
• Lead employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication, and execution with support group members.
• Establish work schedules and monthly delivery plans considering resource availability that align with customer needs and satisfy financial obligations.
• Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes.
• Achieve target performance levels through disciplined execution of the Standard Production System (SPS) including but not limited to tiered accountability, visual management system(s), leader standard work, and demonstrating clear focus on accountability to daily results.
• Rapid identification of root cause and effective implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive development of a strong problem‑solving culture through application of tools.
• Champion sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system’s various elements.
• Communicate to peers requirements at supporting process to ensure smooth process flow.
• Hold employees accountable while maintaining a key working relationship.
• Drive world‑class safety culture is maintained and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly.
• Control quality, productivity, and process flow to meet MRP requirements while ensuring a high level of customer happiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/ops

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-20

Location: US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

Position: Onsite – U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status – U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

What You Will Do

• Providing direction to employees.
• Leading employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication, and execution with support group members.
• Establish work schedules and monthly delivery plans considering resource availability that align with customer needs and satisfy financial obligations.
• Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes.
• Achieve target performance levels through disciplined execution of the Standard Production System (SPS) including but not limited to tiered accountability, visual management system(s), leader standard work, and demonstrating clear focus on accountability to daily results.
• Rapid identification of root cause and effective implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive development of a strong problem‑solving culture through application of tools.
• Champion sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system’s various elements.
• Communicate to peers requirements at supporting process to ensure smooth process flow.
• Hold employees accountable while maintaining a key working relationship.
• Drive world‑class safety culture is maintained and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly.
• Control quality, productivity, and process flow to meet MRP requirements while ensuring a high level of customer happiness.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of manufacturing/operations experience OR a Master’s degree with 2+ years of manufacturing/operations experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in an operations or manufacturing setting required.
• U.S. citizenship required due to government contracts.

Qualifications We Value

• Clear, concise and effective communicator.
• Experience working with all levels of management.
• Highly self‑directed, quick learner, with a strong drive for results.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement principles (lean manufacturing, ACE/CORE, QCPC, etc.).
• Consistent track record in team leadership roles.
• Ability to plan projects and to craft clear written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills to influence business objectives.
• Computer proficiency in Excel a plus.

What We Offer

• Shift differential while working on 2nd Shift / Weekend Night Shift.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!).
• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD – 131,100 USD.

Role Type

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Candidates will learn more about the role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

Equal Opportunity and Affidavit

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.