Production Supervisor

GE Aerospace; Arkansas City (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks a Second Shift Production Supervisor to lead front-line manufacturing employees at our Arkansas overhaul facility, ensuring reliable production and adherence to safety and quality standards. This role is on-site and requires hands-on leadership to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

As a hands-on leader, you will mentor teams, coordinate daily work, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field with manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills and technical expertise.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a results‑oriented mindset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven project management skills, including planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-line manufacturing employees to meet production goals.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of technical disciplines and apply policies and strategies.
• Analyze and resolve problems quickly using prior experience and technical skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and contribute to broader business goals.
• Provide mentorship and informal guidance to new team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set expectations, and support employee growth.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

Role Summary: As a Second Shift Production Supervisor, you will lead daily operations at our advanced technology engine services overhaul facility, where commercial and military jet engines are restored to peak performance. You will oversee production and service shop activities, coordinate daily work, drive operational execution, and lead teams to achieve goals for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about team performance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Job Description Summary

Role Summary: As a Second Shift Production Supervisor, you will lead daily operations at our advanced technology engine services overhaul facility, where commercial and military jet engines are restored to peak performance. You will oversee production and service shop activities, coordinate daily work, drive operational execution, and lead teams to achieve goals for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about team performance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Site Overview: Located in Arkansas, our advanced technology engine services overhaul facility is a critical part of GE Aerospace’s mission to power the future of flight. The site performs highly specialized processes including plasma, frame and wire spraying, polyurethane and sermetel painting, heat treating, brazing, and TIG welding, along with comprehensive engine repair, overhaul, evaluation, and FEDEC‑capable testing. Employees work alongside experienced teams in a technically advanced environment that values collaboration, respect, continuous improvement, and career growth.

Job Description

Second Shift - Role Overview

As a second‑shift Production Supervisor, you will oversee and manage front‑line manufacturing employees to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line. This on‑site role plays a critical part in driving operational excellence and delivering high‑quality results. You will use your technical expertise and leadership skills to execute policies, mentor team members, and contribute to the success of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage front‑line manufacturing employees to ensure production goals are met.
• Develop in‑depth knowledge of technical disciplines and apply that expertise to execute policies and strategies.
• Analyze and resolve problems quickly using prior experience and technical skills.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless operations and contribute to broader business goals.
• Provide mentorship and informal guidance to new team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set expectations, and support employee growth.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Team Lead or Supervisor in a manufacturing environment; or
• High school diploma / GED and a minimum of 7 years of experience as a Team Lead or Supervisor in a manufacturing environment.
• Flexibility to work second shift and support an overtime rotation, including one weekend per month.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills and technical expertise.
• Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment while consistently meeting deadlines and production schedules.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven project management skills, including planning, documentation, communication, and execution of programs.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and influence teams in complex and dynamic situations.

Additional Information

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Work Shift: 2nd Shift
• Background and drug screening required.

Closing

Join GE Aerospace and be part of a team that powers the future of flight. This role is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Candidates must meet export control requirements to be considered.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and wellbeing, including physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing through programs such as HealthAhead. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., each is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable‑suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided:

Yes