Production Supervisor, 3rd Shift - Aerospace Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity

Hytek Finishes Co.; Kent, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Hytek Finishes in Kent, WA is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift in an FAA Repair Station environment. The role leads a 10+ person team, drives continuous improvement, and partners with Value Stream Managers to optimize scheduling, resources, and development.

Salary ranges from $63,000 to $85,000 DOE, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate combines leadership with coaching ability, a bias for action, and strong communication skills,

Qualifications

• 3+ years in aerospace or manufacturing leadership.
• ERP/MRP experience (Infor Syteline preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to read aerospace engineering documents.
• This position requires export control compliance and U.S. work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a 3rd shift production team.
• Drive cross-training and standardized work.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with policies and audits.
• Partner with HR on recruiting, onboarding, and career development.
• Champion continuous improvement and productivity initiatives.
• Support special projects for the VP of Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching teams

Change management

Communication

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Infor Syteline (ERP/MRP)

Job description

Production Supervisor, 3rd Shift - Aerospace Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity

Production Supervisor, 3rd Shift – Aerospace Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity
Kent, WA | Exempt | Reports to: Sr. Production Manager | Salary: $63,000 – $85,000 (DOE)
Night Shift, Sun. – Fri. (10:00 P.M to 6:30 A.M.) | FAA Repair Station Environment
Ready to take your career to new heights? Join a dynamic aerospace manufacturing team where your leadership will directly impact mission-critical production and customer success. We’re looking for a hands-on, driven Operations Leader to supervise 3rd shift production and champion continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
Why This Role Matters
As a Production Supervisor, you’ll be the first-line leader ensuring smooth operations, quality output, and on-time delivery. You’ll partner closely with Value Stream Managers to optimize scheduling, resource allocation, and workforce development. This is your chance to own results, inspire a team, and shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.

What’s In It For You

• Mentorship from senior leadership invested in your success.
• True ownership of department performance and improvement initiatives.
• Upward mobility—grow into senior leadership roles with the right drive and judgment.
• Exposure to diverse business processes and strategic projects.
• Continuing education benefits up to $5,250 annually.
• A collaborative team with 20+ years of industry expertise ready to support you.

What We’re Looking For

• A natural leader with an entrepreneurial mindset and a bias for action.
• Skilled at coaching teams, driving accountability, and fostering trust.
• Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity while delivering results.
• Strong communicator—clear, concise, and courageous when giving feedback.
• Experience supervising teams of 10+ in aerospace or manufacturing environments.

Your Impact

• Lead and develop a 3rd shift production team.
• Drive cross-training, skill development, and standardized work.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with all policies and audits.
• Partner with HR on recruiting, onboarding, and career development.
• Champion continuous improvement and productivity initiatives.
• Support special projects and workflow enhancements for the VP of Operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in aerospace or manufacturing leadership.
• ERP/MRP experience (Infor Syteline preferred).
• Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to read aerospace engineering documents.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information and all applicants must satisfy U.S. export control regulations with authorization to work in the U.S. Non-U.S. persons would require an export license in order to work in our facility.

This is more than a job, it’s a launchpad for your career in aerospace operations leadership. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and grow, we want to hear from you.

Full benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Performance Share incentive compensation (Profit Sharing Plan), 3-weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, long-term care plan options, 10 paid holidays, and onsite health services that includes access to a massage therapist.

Essential Mental/Physical Demands Standing/walking for long periods of time in a manufacturing environment. Extensive use of hands in writing, computer, and other office equipment. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Temperatures in the work environment can fluctuate with outside weather conditions. Safety glasses required in certain processing areas.

Hytek Finishes is an equal opportunity employer. It is Hytek’s policy to make all employment decisions without regard to an individual’s sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists), creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin,English-proficiency or accent or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status, and any other categories protected by applicable state, local, or federal law. M/F/Disability/Protected Vet

Department: Production Administration-012980
This is a management position
This is a full time position