Production Supervisor

Lifesaving-Systems; Apollo Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Growth Participation Unit program

Job summary

Lifesaving Systems, a leading producer of helicopter and marine rescue equipment, is seeking a Production Supervisor for its Apollo Beach, FL facility. The role oversees manufacturing and assembly, directing production staff, and ensuring timely, accurate work order completion on the onsite shift (Mon–Thu, 6:30am–5:00pm).

The supervisor will manage workflow, monitor ERP data, coordinate with Purchasing, Planning, Engineering, and Quality, and uphold safety and quality standards while driving

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or related environment.
• Strong proven experience leading production employees.
• Experience in ERP/MRP-driven manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review and prioritize open production work orders based on deadlines, materials, capacity, and priorities.
• Assign employees and resources to meet daily/weekly production targets.
• Monitor work orders and take action if behind schedule.
• Identify shortages, constraints, or issues and escalate appropriately.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to production staff.
• Ensure safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and housekeeping standards are met.
• Cross-train staff to reduce bottlenecks and improve flexibility.

Skills

Leadership

ERP/MRP experience

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.

Lifesaving Systems is the global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of Helicopter and Marine Rescue Equipment. We specialize in providing rescue, safety, and survival equipment not only for search and rescue responders, but also for industry professionals and operators working in the maritime and aviation environments. We serve our customers in the US Military, foreign militaries, police and fire departments worldwide, as well as international and domestic civilian helicopter operators & rescue agencies.

Position Overview

Location: Apollo Beach, FL (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 5:00pm

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day execution of manufacturing and assembly operations at Lifesaving Systems. This position leads production personnel and ensures work orders are completed safely, efficiently, accurately, and on schedule.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing the flow of work through production, monitoring work order status in the ERP system, identifying shortages or constraints, coordinating with Purchasing, Planning, Engineering, and Quality, and ensuring completed work is properly documented and transacted.

What You’ll Do

Production Execution

• Review and prioritize open production work orders based on required completion dates, material availability, capacity, and business priorities.
• Assign employees and resources to work orders and production activities to achieve daily and weekly production requirements.
• Monitor work orders throughout the manufacturing process and take action when jobs fall behind schedule.
• Identify material shortages, missing components, capacity constraints, equipment issues, or other conditions that could prevent completion of a work order.
• Escalate and coordinate production constraints with Purchasing, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and/or management as appropriate.

People Leadership

• Provide direct supervision and daily direction to production employees.
• Establish clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity, attendance, housekeeping, and workplace conduct.
• Train and develop employees to improve skills, productivity, flexibility, and understanding of production requirements.
• Cross-train employees to reduce production bottlenecks and improve manufacturing flexibility.
• Monitor employee performance and provide coaching and corrective action when necessary.
• Approve and manage employee schedules, timekeeping, overtime, and time-off requests in accordance with company policies.
• Promote a professional, accountable, team-oriented production environment.
• Lead by example through consistent floor presence and active engagement with employees.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or a related environment.
• Strong proven experience leading production employees.
• Experience working in an ERP/MRP-driven manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of work orders, bills of material, routers, inventory, and production scheduling.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and changing production requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor and addressing issues as they occur.
• Basic proficiency with computers, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and related business applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, aviation, defense, marine, safety equipment, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with low-volume/high-mix manufacturing and assembly.
• Experience managing both internally manufactured and purchased components within a BOM.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods.
• Experience working within an ISO or AS9100 quality management system.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly work in and move throughout a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to inspect work, equipment, materials, and production activities throughout the facility.
• Ability to lift and handle materials consistent with the requirements of the position and company safety practices.

What’s In It for You

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
• In addition to offering competitive wages and benefits, Lifesaving Systems also offers the opportunity to increase your future earnings tied to growth in company performance. We recognize employee contributions toward growing the business through our unique Growth Participation Unit program (GPU). GPUs are tied directly to company growth and reward all eligible employees with cash when the business grows over time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status