Senior Supervisor-Metal Fabrication/Pre-Production Assembly | Weekend Shift

Cirrus; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, vision, dent

Group life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

PTO starting 100 hours

Job summary

Cirrus in Duluth, MN is seeking a Directs and coordinates activities for assigned manufacturing areas. You will lead Production Supervisors, ensure safety and quality, train and retain staff, and drive improvements in cost and delivery.

The role focuses on lean manufacturing, process standards, and collaboration with engineering for new products, while maintaining data-driven visibility and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing or aerospace engineering, business administration, or related field with 7 years of related experience or equivalent leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicates company vision and organizational goals to assigned manufacturing area(s).
• Oversees safety standards and audits, correcting unsafe acts and conditions.
• Monitors performance, provides feedback, mentors and coaches staff, and conducts performance reviews.
• Leads 6S and standardizes working practices in the area.
• Drives continuous improvement, RCCA, and cost reductions.
• Coordinates with engineering on new product launches and production scheduling.
• Maintains production data; analyzes reports to prevent delays and minimize costs.
• Ensures on-time delivery with zero defects to internal customers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean manufacturing

6S

Planning & organizing

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Directs and coordinates activities of the assigned manufacturing areas. Oversees and ensures quality and safety of the manufacturing area and its personnel. This includes leading Production Supervisors in assigned shift area(s). Responsible for the health of assigned direct labor force including training, retention, hiring and supporting their needs. Executes the production design as set by Cirrus Process Engineering. Provides metrics and visibility into operations through planning and administering budgets and procedures.

Responsibility

Assigned Production Technicians, Production Leads and Production Masters

Responsibilities

• Communicates company vision and organizational goals and objectives to assigned manufacturing area(s) in a clear, concise and timely manner.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in assigned manufacturing area(s).
• Ensures all safety standards/ policies are met. Conducts regular observations for safety compliance and corrects unsafe acts and conditions.
• Monitors employee performance, regularly provide employee feedback, empower, mentor and coach employees, deliver performance reviews, and assist employees in setting goals.
• Responsible for assessing department training needs, overseeing department training program and driving training initiatives.
• Leads 6S throughout the assigned area – set and hold the team accountable to area standards.
• Participate in the layered process audit program ensuring that all quality and cirrus process and procedure are met. Drive RCCA in areas where non conformances are identified and ensure timely completion of open mitigations.
• Coordinates and provides input to engineering staff and participates in new product launches.
• Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
• Maintains operations data, such as time, production, and cost records. Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Sets a standard of teamwork in assigned area; coaches and guides employees, set plans for improvement, increase production, overcome obstacles, and achieve on time delivery with zero defects to internal customers. Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Requisitions materials, supplies, equipment parts, or repair services.
• Leads KPIs (Safety, Quality, People, Delivery, and Cost) improvement through continuous improvement and lean initiatives. Continually strives for process improvement, cost reduction, and labor hour reduction in assigned areas. Identifies change initiatives and engages employees in positively implementing and communicating change.
• Works to reduce scrap and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR's) and works to stay within the guidelines for overtime while supporting personnel management and monitoring absenteeism.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering, Business Administration, or related field with 7 years of related experience with minimum 2 years of leadership experience or equivalent experience.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Knowledge of Internet software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solver.
• Ability to anticipate department needs.
• Courage to resolve complex personnel issues.
• Deliver well thought out decisions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate effective planning and organizing during chaotic times.
• Must be able to fill out work instructions properly, able to understand the planning flow and be able to adjust and explain the planning procedures.
• Must be able to understand all process specifications and pertinent reference information.
• Provide leadership in Lean Manufacturing Principles and practices throughout assigned manufacturing areas. Ensures that manufacturing areas are kept clean, orderly, and presentable at all times.
• Ensures compliance with the 6 Sigma principles (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety). Ensures compliance with all paperwork, such as work instructions, that govern job duties.
• Attention to detail is required and must be able to lead assembly teams and supervisors in assigned shift areas.
• May be assigned to oversee different manufacturing locations as production needs require.
• Leads with Cirrus Values: Passion, Innovation, Vision, Integrity, Trust, Safety

Preferred

• Knowledge of Cirrus Design's manufacturing processes.

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Pay Range

Salary Range: USD $72,851.37/Yr. - USD $109,277.06/Yr.