PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

PEMCO World Air Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid company holidays

401(k) 5% company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

AIRBORNE Tampa is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead maintenance teams in our MRO operations. The role involves coordinating day-to-day heavy aircraft maintenance, ensuring FAA 145 compliance, and driving continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have A&P licensing, 5+ years in heavy aircraft maintenance including supervision, and strong leadership to meet quality and schedule requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ experience in heavy aircraft maintenance, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Preferred valid Airframe & Powerplant license; Minimum of A License.
• Must have previous FAA 145 Repair Station experience.
• Proficient in interpretation of blueprints, technical orders, and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight to ensure maintenance and documentation is in compliance.
• Assign maintenance tasks and personnel.
• Evaluate and estimate maintenance time and cost.
• Provide oversight and co-sign with uncertificated mechanics.
• Sign documents for the repair station as noted in the authorized to sign roster.
• Coordinate maintenance plan with other departments.
• Identify training needs, tools, and equipment required.
• Ensure the responsible mechanic properly executes all necessary work records.
• Monitor and update flow plan as required.
• Supervise maintenance performed by uncertificated mechanics.
• Provide OJT to crew members as required.
• Ensure parts and materials are ordered to maintain schedule.
• Maintain daily turnover reports for each oncoming shift.

Skills

Leadership

FAA 145 experience

Aircraft maintenance

Blueprints interpretation

Technical orders interpretation

Cross-functional coordination

Multi-tasking

Flexibility (nights/weekends)

Computer software knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

A&P license (Airframe & Powerplant)

FAA 145 Repair Station experience

Tools

Computer software packages

Job description

The Production Supervisor leads maintenance teams within our MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) operations. Typically coming from an A&P mechanic background, the supervisor oversees day-to-day maintenance, ensures compliance with FAA 145 regulations, manages workflows on multiple aircraft, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to meet quality and schedule requirements.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid company holidays

401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Five (5) years’ experience in heavy aircraft maintenance, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity, or the demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position

Preferred valid Airframe & Powerplant license; Minimum of A License

Must have previous FAA 145 Repair Station experience

Proficient in the interpretation of blueprints, technical orders, test equipment used in the work described above, and various aircraft components and systems

Have working knowledge of computer software packages used within the facility

Must be able to demonstrate a sense of leadership under all circumstances and conditions

Must be able to multi-task and manage workflows on multiple aircraft

Must be able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime

Must successfully pass mechanical, structural, and avionics assessments

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

Provide oversight to ensure maintenance and documentation is in compliance

Assign maintenance tasks and personnel

Evaluate and estimate maintenance time and cost

Provide oversight and co-sign with uncertificated mechanics

Sign documents for the repair station as noted in the authorized to sign roster

Coordinate maintenance plan with other departments

Identify training needs, tools, and special equipment required

Ensure the responsible mechanic properly executes all necessary work records

Monitor and update flow plan as required

Supervise maintenance performed by un-certificated mechanics or personnel unfamiliar with the methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools

Provide OJT to crew members as required

Ensure all parts and materials are ordered as required to maintain schedule

Maintain daily turnover reports for each oncoming shift

Maintain the hangar and aircraft cleanliness at all times

Additional Duties

Perform all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager

Authority

Maintains authority over all activities of assigned work crew

Physical Requirements

Knowledge of use of protective equipment and safety protocol related to the possible exposure to dust, body fluids, radiation, chemicals, fumes, vapors, or mists that could potentially affect the health of the employee

Knowledge of use of protective equipment and safety protocols related to handling hazardous materials

Knowledge of fall protection requirements

Ability to withstand exposure to constant or intermittent loud/high noise levels

Ability to have close vision or clear vision at 20 inches or less

Ability to have distance vision or clear vision at 20 feet or more

Ability to have depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

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