Production Supervisor I - Swing Shift

Crane Aerospace & Electronics; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 87,765 - 111,264; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off: 15 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Education reimbursement after 6 months

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Production Supervisor I in Lynnwood, WA, responsible for leading teams in metal fabrication, assembly, and testing. The position requires 2+ years of manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and a BA/BS in Operations Management or related field. The supervisor will ensure adherence to quality standards, manage resources, and develop employees while working in a manufacturing environment. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or related area.
• General understanding of cellular manufacturing practices and continuous improvement tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to align customer demand with manufacturing capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team in assigned areas such as metal fabrication, assembly, and testing.
• Review daily key performance indicators and drive problem solving.
• Make staffing decisions in line with HR procedures.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

BA/BS in Operations Management or related field

Job description

Job Title & Location

Production Supervisor I – Lynnwood, WA (swing shift 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM, Monday‑Friday)

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor I leads and directs a team in assigned areas such as metal fabrication, assembly, and testing. The role is accountable for maintaining a safe work environment, adhering to quality standards, and meeting customer demand schedules within cost goals.

Essential Functions

• Review daily key performance indicators and use data to drive problem solving (e.g., 8‑Step, 5‑Why, Cause and Effect).
• Identify quality issues and ensure proper processing of non‑conforming materials.
• Serve as liaison to product lines and functional areas to ensure products comply with specifications.
• Allocate resources daily to meet production schedules.
• Make staffing decisions in line with HR procedures.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees using performance planning.
• Complete satisfactory background check and underlying drug testing as required.

Non‑Essential Functions

• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to define and modify manufacturing instructions.
• Partner with supply chain to develop material replenishment system.
• Ensure equipment compliance with calibration and maintenance procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or related area.
• General understanding of cellular manufacturing practices and continuous improvement tools (standard work, 5S, material replenishment).
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to align customer demand with manufacturing capacity.
• BA/BS in Operations Management or related field.
• Eligibility Requirement: may require access to controlled data or information; only U.S. persons considered where required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in aerospace or electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with web‑based software.

Work Conditions

• Normal manufacturing environment with required PPE (eye protection, masks, hearing protectors, etc.).
• Exposure to noise, temperature extremes, confined spaces, dust, fumes.
• Standing: 25 % of time; Sitting: 75 %; Lifting up to 25 pounds; Pushing up to 25 pounds; Mental/visual work using a computer.
• Workspace: cubicle/desk.

Top Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting first day of month.
• Paid time off: 15 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement eligible after 6 months.

Salary Range

$87,765 – $111,264 Annual USD (dependent on experience, skills, and qualifications).

EEO Statement

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.