Production/Assembly Supervisor

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking an experienced supervisor for the cable harness production area. You will lead assemblers and technicians, coordinate production schedules, and work with engineering to implement designs and processes.

A DoD secret clearance is required, and extensive knowledge of harness production is essential. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration with engineering staff to ensure timely delivery of prototypes and finished

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with nine+ years of related technical experience.
• Extensive understanding of cable harness production and assembly concepts.
• Ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads to meet milestones.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assemblers and technicians through production cycles and design phases.
• Troubleshoots and repairs automated cable harness test equipment for continuous operation.
• Oversees tooling design and building for production and prototyping needs.
• Analyzes work orders and blueprints to plan materials and operations.
• Implements policies, schedules, and process flows to improve efficiency and quality.
• Participates in hiring, training, and supervising subordinate employees.

Skills

Manufacturing supervision

Production scheduling

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree

Nine+ years experience in technical field

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
This position reports to a manager in an engineering environment and is responsible for implementing work activities and maintaining schedules for a cable assembly manufacturing area. Also works with engineering staff to implement concept and prototype cable designs as well as coordinating day-to-day activities of the production process under the direction of the manager, including personnel supervision, work assignments, and coordination of the product flow through the production phase. Requires complete familiarity with and understanding of the general aspects and technical phases of the job. Interprets and executes policies and procedures and recommends modifications to operating policies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises assemblers and technicians in an engineering environment through all phases of production and engineering prototype/concept design cycles in accordance with established schedules. Offers guidance and coaching to manufacturing personnel. Works with engineering staff to implement technical designs and concepts.
• In-depth understanding of automated cable harness test equipment. Ability to troubleshoot and repair test equipment for continuous operations.
• Oversees the design and building of tooling needed for the production process as well as engineering concept and prototyping needs.
• Examines defective equipment to determine cause of malfunction and reports need for repairs. Assists test department with expeditious turnaround of repairs as required. Assists engineering staff to resolve design and documentation issues. Interfaces with planning personnel in the generation of process flows, as well as with quality assurance personnel.
• Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required. Monitors usage and supply of all production materials and tooling; reorders when necessary. Interfaces with production control to help prevent material and equipment shortages.
• Formulates and recommends plans, policies, procedures and schedules for the section. Seeks methods to improve product quality, repeatability and efficiency. Schedules and coordinates work assignments. Ensures accurate time charging. Inspects work in progress and finished products.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the departments.
• Implements configuration changes in the product and supports field upgrades and operations.
• Interfaces with outside vendors and sales representatives to stay current on new products and services.
• Participates in hiring, promoting, and training subordinate employees. Assigns, directs and reviews their work.
• 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.
• Additional Functions 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 nine or more years of progressive professional experience in a related technical field. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must demonstrate an extensive technical understanding of cable harness production and assembly concepts and practices, with the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads and staff to meet established milestones.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 73,700 - 128,780