Optical Payload Production Supervisor

General Atomics; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has an exciting opportunity for an Optical Payload Production Supervisor in Acton, MA. The role oversees day-to-day production and development efforts in manufacturing and final assembly, directing staff and coordinating tooling, scheduling, and workflow.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with 11+ years in production settings, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple shifts and complex projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 11+ years in production/manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises production and assembly staff across phases of production.
• Oversees tooling design and build for production processes.
• Represents group with planning, test, quality, and engineering staff, vendors and customers.
• Analyzes work orders and blueprints for materials, operations, and sequencing.
• Schedules and coordinates work assignments and time charging.
• Participates in setting group objectives and long-term goals.
• Implements methods to improve production efficiency and quality.
• Oversees product configuration changes and field support.
• Manages recruitment, retention, and development of staff.
• Ensures compliance with laws and company policies.
• Prefers safe operating practices and procedures.

Skills

production management

leadership

analytical skills

verbal and written communication

multiple shift management

scheduling and planning

customer focus

confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Summary General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Job Summary General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We have an exciting opportunity for an Optical Payload Production Supervisor to join our team in Acton, MA. This position is responsible for managing day to day production and developmental programs. Develops and manages activities for the manufacturing and assembly area. Establishes operating policies and procedures and interprets, executes and recommends modifications to organizational policies. Coordinates activities of the production process, including supervising personnel, assigning work, and coordinating product flow through the production and final assembly phases.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises production and assembly staff in various locations through all phases of production. Offers guidance and coaching to manufacturing personnel.
• Oversees the design and building of tooling needed for the production process.
• Represents the production and assembly group with planning, test, quality, production control and engineering staff. Represents the group with outside vendors and customers regarding projects, operations, scheduling and contractual requirements.
• Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information such as material to be used, type and sequence of operations required. Ensures and monitors adequate usage and supply of all production materials and tooling.
• Interprets, executes and recommends plans, policies, procedures and schedules.
• Schedules and coordinates work assignments. Ensures accurate time charging.
• Participates in the development of over-all objectives and long term goals of the group.
• Implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Develops and oversees changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the departments.
• Oversees configuration changes in the product and supports field upgrades and operations.
• Manages and participates in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources. Assigns, directs and reviews the work of employees.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work and lead the workplace in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and eleven or more years of progressive professional experience in a production related environment emphasizing complex manufacturing and assembly techniques. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.Must demonstrate extensive technical knowledge of production and assembly concepts and practices, and the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads and staff to meet established milestones.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of unusually complex matters of diverse scope;
  • excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including senior management and external parties:
  • excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees;
  • the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;
  • the ability to initiate, plan, and manage multiple projects or programs, budgets and schedules;
  • the ability to manage multiple shifts
  • the ability to represent the company on external projects;
  • excellent computer skills.
• The ability to work extended hours is essential as is the ability to travel as required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 89,180 - 155,825