Production Supervisor - Assembly & Test

CIRCOR Naval Solutions, LLC; Warren (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off policy

Company Paid Life Insurance and Short‑

Term Education Assistance

401k with company match

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Ownership Program

Job summary

CIRCOR Naval Solutions, LLC in Warren, MA is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee daily plant operations, manage production staff, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. The role focuses on Assembly, Test, and Repairs, with occasional CNC and weld shop oversight.

The candidate should bring a strong engineering or manufacturing background, 5+ years in supervision, and Six Sigma/Lean experience to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering technologies or a related field highly preferred or experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing or work center environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Assembly, Test, and Repairs
• Conduct regular performance feedback to employees
• Maximize production personnel capabilities and improve efficiency
• Drive change daily by creating channels for feedback and effectively using company-wide systems of communication to ensure employees are engaged and have a voice in the workplace
• Perform the daily payroll and attendance updates in the system addressing any violations
• Maintain the vacation schedule ensuring key resources are available when needed
• Lead solutions to improve staff capabilities and performance management
• Responsible for managing and maintaining all health and safety standards within the manufacturing team
• Additional tasks and responsibilities assigned by management

Skills

Team leadership

Assembly & Inspection

Engineering background

Six Sigma

5S

Lean manufacturing

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering technologies or a related field

Significant work experience substitution allowed

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $104,714 USD to $130,893 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

ABOUT CIRCOR

Join a Team That Powers the Mission-Critical.

At CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense, we don’t just build pumps and valves—we engineer the heartbeat of the world’s most advanced naval fleets. From our historic Warren, MA facility—home to the legacies of Warren Pumps and Portland Valve - we design and manufacture high-performance fluid control systems that protect those who protect us.

We are building precision technology that operates in the harshest environments on earth—on submarines deep below the surface, on ships safeguarding freedom at sea, and in missions where failure is not an option. By joining the CIRCOR team, you will be contributing to safeguarding people, vessels, and missions around the world.

We’re a global team of over 3,100 people across 100+ countries, united by a single purpose: to keep the world safe, moving, and resilient. As our mission expands, so does our need for exceptional talent and we are looking for driven individuals to grow with us.

At CIRCOR, your expertise fuels something bigger. Every idea you share and every detail you craft contributes to the safety and success of those who serve. We offer more than a job – we offer a career driven by purpose, powered by innovation, and supported by a team that stands behind you.

Because here, you don’t just make products. You make a difference.

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Manufacturing Supervisor is to oversee daily plant operations, manage production staff and ensure work runs safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. This role would be to primarily oversee Assembly, Test, and Repairs, but would at times be required to oversee CNC machines, manual machines, and the weld shop. The production supervisor will be required to use Six Sigma methodology to improve quality and track progress across the shop floor. Strong leadership and communication skills will be required to bridge the gap between management and the shop floor while building employee engagement. Production supervisors will be expected enforce all company policies and handle disciplinary actions as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Oversee Assembly, Test, and Repairs

- Conduct regular performance feedback to employees

- Maximize production personnel capabilities and implement procedures to improve efficiency

- Drive change daily by creating channels for feedback and effectively using company-wide systems of communication to ensure employees are engaged and have a voice in the workplace

- Perform the daily payroll and attendance updates in the system addressing any violations

- Maintain the vacation schedule ensuring key resources are available when needed

- Lead solutions to improve staff capabilities and performance management

- Responsible for managing and maintaining all health and safety standards within the manufacturing team

- Additional tasks and responsibilities assigned by management

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Knowledge of assembly and inspection techniques

-Engineering background or mechanical experience preferred

- High energy level, assertive personality and comfortable performing multiple projects in conjunction with normal activities

- Demonstrated ability to lead others to achieve results.

- Highly organized with good communication skills, problem solving skills, and able to efficiently organize and complete daily activities

- Six Sigma, 5S, and lean manufacturing experience preferred.

- Computer proficiency in programs such as Microsoft Excel

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering technologies or a related field highly preferred or experience will be considered. Significant work experience can be substituted for educational requirements on a case-by-case basis.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing or work center environment.

Other

COMPANY BACKGROUND

CIRCOR International is one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. The Company has a product portfolio of market-leading brands serving its customers’ most demanding applications. CIRCOR markets its solutions directly and through various sales partners to more than 14,000 customers in approximately 100 countries. The Company has a global presence with approximately 3,100 employees with headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts. For more information visit our website at https://www.circor.com/ .

In late 2023, CIRCOR was acquired by the private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (together with its affiliates, “KKR”). The news release is available here along with additional information about KKR and its unique approach to employee ownership can be found at the end of this document.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CIRCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS

Why Work at CIRCOR

Employee Ownership Program:

As part of CIRCOR’s acquisition by KKR, you’re not just an employee – you are an owner. All employees are owners of the company and everyone has a stake in the company’s success. Our ownership culture fosters a sense of pride and accountability, driving innovation and excellence across all levels of the company.

Since 2011, KKR portfolio companies have awarded billions of dollars of total equity value to over 60,000 non-senior management employees, demonstrating how broad-based engagement and alignment can create business value while driving greater financial inclusion.

Other Benefits Include:

• Generous paid time off policy
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• 401k with company match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Ownership Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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