Composite Manufacturing Supervisor - Aerospace (1st Shift)

Firefly Aerospace, Inc.; Texas; In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

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Unlimited PTO for exempt employees

3-month sabbatical for every 5 years

Medical, dental, vision, life, and STD

Mental health services

Paid military leave

Relocation benefits

Educational reimbursement

Stock bonuses

Descrizione del lavoro

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. in Texas is seeking a Supervisor of manufacturing to lead a production team building advanced composite aerospace structures. You will ensure quality, safety, cost, and schedule targets while coaching technicians to high performance.

This first-shift role requires 6+ years in composites and 2+ years in leadership; you will collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance with AS9100/NADCAP standards.

Competenze

• 6+ years of composite manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years in multiple composite processes, including hand lamination and bonding.
• 2+ years in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing and improving shop procedures and work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and craftsmanship in composite fabrication.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems.
• Safety- and compliance-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Able to provide on-site support for nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in standing, bending, and kneeling positions.
• Experience leading teams in a high-rate aerospace or space production environment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP audit processes.

Mansioni

• Lead and supervise a production team of technicians to deliver high-quality composite aerospace products on time and within budget.
• Support assigned shifts by coordinating resources, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment with daily and long-term production objectives.
• Manage and document effective shift handovers to ensure seamless communication, production continuity, and accountability between shifts.
• Conduct daily pre-shift readiness checks and support end-of-shift reviews to ensure smooth transition to incoming shifts.
• Provide coverage and leadership on nights and weekends as required to support company objectives and production schedules.
• Maintain floor presence to monitor operations, verify adherence to work instructions, and support problem resolution.
• Review work completed vs. planned; disseminate recovery plans for shortfalls.
• Communicate shift accomplishments and risks to leadership through daily reports and updates.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external requirements and detailed work instructions.
• Approve PTO and timecards; manage technician schedules to support production objectives.
• Develop and maintain a skills matrix; propose staffing and training needs based on data-driven assessments or gaps in existing staffing.
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety; implement and sustain improvements to shop safety practices.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve production issues and support program objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency.
• Hold team members accountable to company policies and standards; provide coaching, feedback, and corrective actions when necessary.

Conoscenze

Composite manufacturing

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

AS9100/NADCAP

Microsoft Office

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. in Texas is seeking a Supervisor of manufacturing to lead a production team building advanced composite aerospace structures. You will ensure quality, safety, cost, and schedule targets while coaching technicians to high performance.

This first-shift role requires 6+ years in composites and 2+ years in leadership; you will collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance with AS9100/NADCAP standards.