Production Supervisor (Aerospace & Defense)

Arena Family of Companies; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the aerospace industry as a Production Supervisor, overseeing operations and ensuring compliance with safety and quality objectives. This role offers significant growth potential in a supportive environment with a focus on professional development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Onsite Cafeteria

Outstanding Company Culture

Competitive compensation & benefits

Significant Growth Potential

Tuition Reimbursement

Green Belt Education

Veteran-Friendly Environment

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of supervisory experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience working in a unionized, FAA-regulated setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support production teams to meet daily targets.
• Implement standard manufacturing practices and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor daily workflow and productivity to prevent disruptions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

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Are you an experienced Production Supervisor? This well-established company, with over 80 years of experience and a strong reputation in the aerospace, military, and space industries, offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to high-profile and impactful projects.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with 2–3 years of supervisory experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment and a solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles. They possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coach and motivate teams to meet SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) objectives. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working in a unionized, FAA-regulated setting are essential.

Why Work Here:

• Onsite Cafeteria: Enjoy convenient dining options available right at the workplace.
• Outstanding Company Culture: The company prioritizes the well-being of its employees, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation & benefits: Market-aligned salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant Growth Potential: There are ample opportunities for career advancement, with a focus on professional development and long-term success.
• Expanding Space Department: Join an exciting and innovative team with $20 million in active projects within the space sector.
• Diverse Aviation Programs: Be part of both commercial and military aviation programs, contributing to impactful and high-profile projects.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Benefit from the company’s support for continued education and career growth.
• Green Belt Education: Gain exclusive access to specialized training for high performers, with a focus on leadership and operational excellence.
• Veteran-Friendly Environment: The company places strong emphasis on recognizing and supporting veterans, creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.

Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations within a fabrication or sub-assembly production area, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) objectives. This role involves supervising and supporting production teams, implementing standard manufacturing practices, and driving continuous improvement through effective problem-solving and collaboration.

• Supervise, coach, and support hourly production employees to ensure daily targets are met.
• Utilize problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement effective countermeasures.
• Monitor daily workflow and productivity using visual management tools to prevent disruptions.
• Define and implement short- and long-term production objectives aligned with company goals.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of products to customers.
• Oversee the installation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Enforce all safety regulations and promote a culture of safety among team members.
• Maintain accurate records of employee performance and department programs.
• Ensure consistent use of standard manufacturing practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Distribution, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Airlines and Aviation

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Pension plan

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Child care support

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