Fiberglass Supervisor

Thrush Aircraft; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrush Aircraft in Albany, GA is seeking a Fiberglass Shop Supervisor to oversee the fiberglass shop within the manufacturing building. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate resources, and ensure production schedules, quality, and safety standards are met.

The role reports to the Operations Manager and requires extensive fiberglass fabrication knowledge, strong leadership, and a track record of optimizing processes in an aviation manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of fiberglass fabrication experience.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in aircraft manufacturing environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of fiberglass technicians and coordinate daily production.
• Plan and organize activities to meet schedules and quality goals.
• Train and onboard new team members and maintain safety standards.
• Monitor production processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on design changes or issues.
• Maintain accurate records of production and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Fiberglass fabrication

Problem solving

Organization

Quality standards

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification in manufacturing/composites

Job description

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SUPERVISOR - FIBERGLASS SHOP

Full Time Supervision Albany, GA, Albany, GA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1043

Position Overview

The Fiberglass Shop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all operations within the fiberglass shop and repairs within the manufacturing building. This role ensures that production schedules are met, quality standards are upheld, and safety protocols are followed. The Fiberglass Shop Supervisor will lead a team of Fiberglass Technicians, coordinate resources, and collaborate with other departments to achieve company goals.

Reports To: Operations Manager

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage, lead, and train a team of fiberglass technicians, creating a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure compliance with production schedules and quality standards.
• Regularly communicate goals, expectations, and updates.
• Plan and organize daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
• Monitor production processes to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to address design changes or quality concerns.
• Enforce adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards, including OSHA requirements.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain accurate records of production, inventory, and employee performance.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Extensive knowledge of fiberglass fabrication and composite manufacturing processes.
• Thorough understanding of hand layup, vacuum bagging, vacuum infusion, structural bonding, and composite repair techniques.
• Working knowledge of fiberglass, carbon fiber, foam core, honeycomb, and other composite materials.
• Familiarity with polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy resin systems, including catalyst ratios and cure requirements.
• Knowledge of composite quality standards, inspection techniques, and defect identification.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in fiberglass fabrication techniques and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Knowledge of quality standards and safety regulations in manufacturing.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or certification in manufacturing or composites preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fiberglass fabrication, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in an aircraft manufacturing environment is desirable.