Production Supervisor

Front Door Defense; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin in Colorado is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a team of electromechanical technicians in a high-mix, low-volume environment near Longmont, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, an associate's degree in a technical field, and familiarity with ERP systems, Gemba walks, and continuous improvement.

You will recruit, train, coach, and partner with planning, engineering, and QA to optimize

Qualifications

• 3+ years of validated supervision in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
• Associate's degree in a technical or business-related discipline.
• Experience in space, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning software.
• Knowledge of Gemba walk methodology and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and build trust within the team.
• U.S. citizenship or eligible status required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safety protocols and maintain a healthy working environment.
• Supervise a team of electromechanical and mechanical technicians.
• Establish a flexible, cross-trained workforce to meet production needs.
• Coordinate with planning, engineering, and supply chain to ensure backlog.
• Provide feedback to leadership and engineering to drive improvements.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and staffing levels.
• Schedule training and manage certifications.
• Collaborate with HR on corrective actions and employee counseling.
• Ensure on-the-job training for direct and contract workers.
• Monitor calibration status and align with Quality on build needs.
• Lead production-focused Gemba walks and use ERP for production activities.
• Work with QA to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead storage and handling of materials and finished goods.

Skills

Leadership and team management

ERP systems familiarity

Gemba walk / CI mindset

Education

Associate's degree in technical field

Job description

Production Supervisor

Lead on-site supervision of electromechanical technicians to meet high-mix, low-volume production goals

Location: Longmont, Colorado

Compensation: $43,830 - 61,350 USD / year

About The Role

Join Blue Origin's Team

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies, Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years. Our Colorado location specializes in creating advanced motion control solutions for NASA, defense, and commercial programs. Our work has played a critical role in thousands of projects, spanning from conceptual design studies to flight missions, including NASA's Artemis I Mission and the Roman Space Telescope. We are seeking technically brilliant individuals who are passionate about their work, thrive in collaborative environments, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will play a meaningful role in ensuring efficient production processes, upholding safety and quality standards, and leading a diverse team of production workers. This individual will exemplify strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and has experience in a manufacturing environment.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Carry out safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe and healthy working environment for all employees.
• Supervise a team of electromechanical and mechanical technicians operating in a high-mix, low-volume production environment.
• Establish and maintain a flexible, cross-trained workforce to support accurate completion of production requirements.
• Coordinate with upstream functions (planning, engineering, supply chain) to ensure a sufficient backlog of jobs to maintain cell efficiency.
• Provide feedback to leadership and engineering teams to drive continuous process improvements.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to ensure optimal staffing levels and proactively address workforce gaps.
• Supervise technician workmanship certifications and schedule required training with internal and external trainers.
• Advise Human Resources and the Production Manager on corrective actions; conduct employee counseling sessions to address non-compliance issues.
• Ensure effective on-the-job training for direct employees and contract workers.
• Monitor tool calibration status and collaborate with the Quality team to ensure schedules align with build needs.
• Participate and lead Production-focused Gemba walks.
• Utilize our ERP system to access and manage production related activities.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to resolve quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Lead all aspects of accurate storage and handling of materials and finished goods.
• Perform other duties as required to support production and business needs.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of validated expertise in a supervisory role within a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment.
• Associate's degree in a technical field or business-related discipline.
• Prior experience working experience in space, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning software.
• Familiarity with Gemba walk methodology and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, business, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $43.83 - $61.35

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on 'Know Your Rights,' please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmitive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.