Hydraulic Assembly Production Supervisor

Tessera; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 6,199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short‑

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Tuition assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 paid holidays

10 paid vacation days

Potential bonus

Professional development opportunities

Verizon wireless discount

EAP & Wellness program

Job summary

Tessera in Auburn, Washington, is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Assembly Production Supervisor to lead daily production operations in a hydraulic assembly environment. You will supervise assembly staff, coordinate schedules, and ensure safe, accurate, and efficient builds per engineering specs and quality targets.

The role focuses on safety, throughput, workforce development, and continuous improvement, acting as the primary liaison between production, engineering, quality, and materials

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3 - 5 years of hydraulic or engineering experience is required.
• Combination of previous experience and education will be considered.
• Previous experience in HBU Assembly, or Hydraulic Assembly is preferred.
• Must be able to read specifications and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble hydraulic components and subassemblies per drawings and specs.
• Install hydraulic, mechanical, and related components per required specifications and quality standards.
• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Perform electrical bonding procedures in compliance with engineering and quality requirements.
• Assemble components, including cotter pins, torque seals, and lock wire, to ensure safe and compliant assemblies.
• Perform general sealing procedures, apply torque seals, and complete required part marking.
• Use hand tools and precision measuring instruments such as wrenches, torque wrenches, pliers, calipers, protractors, and other measuring and assembly tools.
• Access and utilize engineering reference systems and portals to obtain drawings, specifications, and build instructions.
• Accurately document work progress and track production movement using the ERP system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 6S and lean manufacturing principles. Must comply with FOD prevention practices.
• Meet established productivity, performance, safety, quality, and delivery standards.
• Communicate production delays, quality issues, or process concerns to appropriate management personnel in a timely manner. Able to generate solutions for quality and on‑time delivery issues.
• Monitor and train Assembly Technicians to ensure output meets customer quality and delivery requirements
• Able to interpret and fulfill Boeing Bill of Materials per P‑Copy flow down.
• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with Boeing portal access, shipping system, squawk process a plus.
• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Hydraulics experience

Reading drawings

Quality mindset

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Boeing portal

Job description

Location: Auburn, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part‑time and full‑time employees.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance


• Tessera will match 0.5% for every 1% up to 6% after 90-days of employment. Funds are subject to vesting.


• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care


• 11 paid holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave


• Potential shared earning bonus


• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents


• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities


• Verizon wireless discount


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

Tessera is dedicated to \"Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities\" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose‑driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Assembly Production Supervisor to join our growing manufacturing team in Auburn, Washington. The Hydraulic Assembly Production Supervisor oversees daily production operations within a hydraulic assembly environment. This role is responsible for supervising assembly personnel, coordinating work schedules, and ensuring hydraulic components and systems are assembled safely, accurately, and efficiently according to engineering specifications, quality standards, and production targets. The supervisor serves as the primary link between production teams, engineering, quality, and materials, with a strong focus on safety, throughput, workforce development, and continuous improvement.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Assemble hydraulic components and subassemblies in accordance with aerospace drawings, parts lists, and engineering specifications.


• Install hydraulic, mechanical, and related components per required specifications and quality standards.


• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.


• Perform electrical bonding procedures in compliance with engineering and quality requirements.


• Assemble components, including cotter pins, torque seals, and lock wire, to ensure safe and compliant assemblies.


• Perform general sealing procedures, apply torque seals, and complete required part marking.


• Use hand tools and precision measuring instruments such as wrenches, torque wrenches, pliers, calipers, protractors, and other measuring and assembly tools.


• Access and utilize engineering reference systems and portals to obtain drawings, specifications, and build instructions.


• Accurately document work progress and track production movement using the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 6S and lean manufacturing principles. Must comply with FOD prevention practices.


• Meet established productivity, performance, safety, quality, and delivery standards.


• Communicate production delays, quality issues, or process concerns to appropriate management personnel in a timely manner. Able to generate solutions for quality and on‑time delivery issues.


• Monitor and train Assembly Technicians to ensure output meets customer quality and delivery requirements


• Able to interpret and fulfill Boeing Bill of Materials per P‑Copy flow down.


• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.


• Familiarity with Boeing portal access, shipping system, squawk process a plus.


• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.


• 3 - 5 years of previous Hydraulics or Engineering experience is required.


• Combination of previous experience and education will be considered.


• Previous experience in HBU Assembly, or Hydraulic Assembly is preferred.


• Must be able to read specifications and interpret engineering drawings.

Core Competencies:

Purpose - Understands and supports Tessera's mission of creating opportunities for people with disabilities and veterans. Demonstrates commitment to inclusion and equitable opportunities for all.

Values - Inclusion: Treats others with dignity and respect, demonstrates awareness of people of all abilities, and contributes to an inclusive workplace. Partnership: Works collaboratively with coworkers, supervisors, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Integrity: Acts honestly and takes accountability for actions and results.

Safety Mindset - Follows all safety procedures and takes ownership of personal safety. Speaks up about hazards, concerns, and opportunities to improve safety. Participates in safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Operations Excellence - Completes work with quality, reliability, and attention to detail. Follows through on commitments, takes ownership of responsibilities, and contributes to team success through collaboration and consistency.

Customer Service - Treats customers, coworkers, and stakeholders with professionalism and respect. Communicates clearly and represents Tessera positively in all interactions.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.


• Must be able to pull and push up to 100 pounds.


• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.


• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.


• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.


• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID‑compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

Date Posted: 08/31/2026