Senior Manufacturing Operations Supervisor - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO (3 weeks)

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, seeks an onsite 2nd shift Manufacturing Operations Supervisor for the Surface Mount (SMT) area in Melbourne, FL. Lead and supervise daily SMT manufacturing, coach a team, align schedules with materials, engineering, quality and maintenance to meet safety, quality and delivery goals.

Requires a University Degree with 5+ years' experience (or advanced degree with 3+; or 9 years without) and 3+ years supervisory manufacturing experience; SAP/ERP and

Qualifications

• University degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or advanced degree with 3+ years, or 9 years of experience without a degree.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily SMT manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Coach and develop manufacturing employees and foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Materials, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics to resolve production issues.
• Drive quality compliance and monitor production performance using data analysis to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support automation and digital transformation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing operations

Leadership

Process improvement

Data analysis

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree (optional)

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-09 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-311 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 311 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

*** Please note this is an onsite 2nd shift role. Monday-Thursday 3:30PM-2:00AM ***

What You Will Do:

• Lead and supervise daily manufacturing operations in Surface Mount (SMT) production area, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Manage, coach, and develop manufacturing employees while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor production schedules, prioritize work, and optimize workflow to meet customer commitments and operational objectives.
• Drive quality compliance by ensuring manufacturing processes, documentation, and products meet established standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Materials, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics teams to resolve production issues and minimize operational disruptions.
• Monitor production performance through data analysis, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, process optimization, waste reduction, and operational excellence.
• Support manufacturing innovation initiatives, including automation, digital transformation, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Interface with internal and external customers to resolve production concerns and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Promote a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies while supporting employee engagement and operational excellence.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Utilizes CORE principles, a driver of improvement.
• Exposure to ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Proven success developing and leading a team.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, automated environment.
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and communicate early, and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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