Lead Production Supervisor: Orbital Tube Welder

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Health coverage

Parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California is seeking a Supervisor, Production (Orbital Tube Welder) to lead manufacturing operations on the 2nd shift. You will supervise production, mentor staff, assist in hiring, and ensure safety and quality across the line.

Strong leadership, crane and rigging knowledge, and Lean Six Sigma experience are preferred for this role. Base pay ranges from $115,000 to $155,000 with full benefits and incentives; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years in manufacturing/production environment.
• 1+ years leading a team or project.
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Crane Operator Certification required or preferred.
• Understanding of rigging equipment and lift plans.
• Strong communication and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operations to meet rate, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and train employees; organize learning opportunities.
• Assist in recruitment and onboarding of new hires.
• Ensure safety, ethics, and professional standards.
• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet production goals.
• Evaluate stations to improve efficiency and quality.
• Maintain communication with staff and leadership.
• Manage flow of materials and resources.
• Ensure product quality and specs conformance

Skills

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Crane Operator Certification

Time management

Rigging knowledge

Lift plans

Lifting signals

Manufacturing planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Rigging equipment knowledge

Lifting equipment knowledge

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California is seeking a Supervisor, Production (Orbital Tube Welder) to lead manufacturing operations on the 2nd shift. You will supervise production, mentor staff, assist in hiring, and ensure safety and quality across the line.

Strong leadership, crane and rigging knowledge, and Lean Six Sigma experience are preferred for this role. Base pay ranges from $115,000 to $155,000 with full benefits and incentives; travel may be required.