Production Supervisor

Arrowhead Products Corporation; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Products Corporation in California is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily fabrication and sub-assembly operations. You will lead hourly staff, apply lean methods, and drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives across shifts.

Responsibilities include coaching teams, resolving issues with root-cause analysis, maintaining records, and coordinating with other departments to meet production goals and customer commitments. FAA-safety-sensitive environment noted.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; 2–3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace or fabrication environments preferred and lean manufacturing knowledge.
• Able to supervise, coach, and support direct reports and ensure safety and quality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and basic production record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and support all direct reports on production targets.
• Use problem solving to identify root causes and assign countermeasures.
• Maintain daily management for 1st and 2nd shifts to ensure flow.
• Monitor productivity with visual management and prevent flow disruptions.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
• Enforce safety regulations and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Supervisory

Problem Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

CNC

Job description

Job Summary:The Production Supervisor will be responsible for the daily management of a fabrication or sub-assembly production area including the management of SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost). The candidate will direct and support the hourly employees to achieve production targets and overall company goals.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Supervise, coach, and support all direct reportsUses Problem Solving Process to identify root cause of an issue and works to assign proper team to implement countermeasure in assembly, welding and fabrication of components, sub-assemblies or final assembliesConsistently uses daily management to ensure continuous flow through their area for 1st and 2nd shiftActively uses visual management to monitor day-to-day productivity on the floor and can quickly identify potential issues that may disrupt flowDefines and recommends production objectives through development of short- and long-term goalsSupervises installation and maintenance of all equipment used in manufacturingEnsures prompt, cost-effective, and on time delivery of finished products to customersCoordinates and collaborates with other departments to ensure top quality and service is provided to customersFormulates and instills standard manufacturing practices based on comparative studies of methods, costs, and production figuresKeeps accurate and timely records on all employees and programs for their department.Comprehend and execute the Union agreementEnforces safety regulations; promotes all safety programsThis job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assignedEducation and ExperienceA High School Diploma2-3 years of Supervisory experience, preferably in an Aerospace Manufacturing environmentExperience in a collective bargaining environment and with lean manufacturing is highly desirableKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:Excellent interpersonal skillsExceptional planning and organizational skillsProficient with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook)Metal Forming (Shear, Punch, Brake Press, Bending)Metal Fitting (Alignment, Welding)Metal Machining (CNC)Composite FabricationBellows formingSub-assembly Test (Dye Pen, X-Ray, Water)Other (Oven-Bake, Autoclave, Insulation)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesAbility to oversee, monitor and lead employees to ensure goals are met successfully.Core BehaviorsTeamwork/CollaborationAccountabilitySense of UrgencyCommunicationPersistencePhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lift up to 35 lbs.Push and pull 35 lbs.Bend OccasionallySit, Stand, and Walk FrequentlyTalk and Listen FrequentlyFrequent Use of Computer MonitorSpecial RequirementsFAA-safety sensitive. Employees are subject to a pre-employment drug screening for Marijuana (THC metabolite), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP); then random screenings for alcohol, Marijuana (THC metabolite), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP) after hire.Limitations and DisclaimerThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.