Production Supervisor II (Electronic Assembly )

211 Hydro-Aire Aerospace Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care starting day 1

15 days PTO + 12 holidays per year

401k with company match

Education reimbursement after 6 months

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Burbank, CA is seeking a Production Supervisor II for Electronics Assembly to lead a skilled team in metal fabrication, assembly, and test. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while applying lean manufacturing principles.

The role requires 3+ years of supervisory experience in electronics manufacturing, strong schematic interpretation, and the ability to coordinate resources and staffing to meet customer demand.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Understand basic electronics components functionalities, circuitry and ESD awareness.
• Able to interpret schematic diagrams (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) and quality criteria.
• Knowledge of cellular manufacturing and Lean/continuous improvement practices.
• Proficient with MS Office and data reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify lean manufacturing tools to drive improvements and mentor teammates.
• Provide inputs on resource planning, overtime, and budgeting for monthly/annual plans.
• Assist Value Stream Managers with monthly reporting to senior management.
• Review KPIs and use data to drive daily problem solving.
• Ensure quality by managing non-conforming materials and scrap/rework.
• Coordinate with other groups to ensure products meet parameters and schedules.
• Make staffing decisions to build and grow the team.
• Coach employees through performance planning and development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Electronics knowledge

Schematic interpretation

Continuous improvement

MS Office

Education

BS in Electronics/Communications Engineering or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor - Electronics Assembly at our Burbank, CA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor II leads and directs a team of employees in an assigned area of operations such as Metal Fabrication, Assembly, and/or Test. The Production Supervisor II is accountable for maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to quality standards and is responsible for meeting customer demand schedules within established cost goals. Supervision may include the management of employees on more than one shift.

Essential Functions:

• Identify and use lean manufacturing tools required to drive improvements and mentor teammates in the use of these tools
• Provide inputs (resource planning, overtime projections, productivity improvements) to management to develop monthly and annual budgets
• Assist Value Stream Managers with required monthly reporting to senior level management
• Review and understand daily key performance indicators to evaluate the current status and gap to plan, and use this data to drive daily problem solving (8 Step, 5 Why, Cause and Effect, Fishbone) where required
• Ensure timely identification of quality issues through the use of the non-conforming materials process to ensure scrap and rework are properly processed
• Serve as liaison to other groups, product lines and/or functional areas to ensure products are built, assembled, and/or tested within appropriate parameters
• Review the daily allocation of resources in order to drive production schedule to meet established customer requirements
• Make staffing decisions in accordance with human resource procedures to build and grow the team to meet the needs of the business
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees through the use of performance planning to drive employee and business growth
• Guide the Team on the best troubleshooting method based on the schematic diagram’s interpretation.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 3+ years supervisory experience; 5+ years of experience in the field or in a related area Knowledge: Understand Basic Electronics components functionalities, circuity and ESD Awareness; Able to interpret schematic diagram; Familiar to Electronic Workmanship acceptability criteria per IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 requirements which define quality standards for soldered electronic assemblies; Deep understanding of cellular manufacturing practices; Comfortable teaching the use of manufacturing based continuous improvement skills (standard work, 5S, material replenishment, etc.); Intermediate skill level with MS Office software Skills/Abilities: Effectively communicate (written and verbal) with all levels of the business and present to groups both small and large; Ability to align customer demand with manufacturing capacity to develop labor planning/allocations; Ability to use data to determine root causes of issues to drive focused corrective action Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree in Electronics Communications Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and/or Operations Management
• Previous Aerospace or Electronics manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with web-based software

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds Mental/Visual: use of computer Workspace: cubicle/desk

Top Benefits:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary range: $104,000 to $135,900. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. #LI-MD1 #CAE

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. 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, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.