Solar Cell Production Leader | Scale & Optimize Ops

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in aerospace technology located in Bastrop, Texas, is seeking a passionate operations leader to manage a production team. This role requires significant responsibility in establishing operational standards and ensuring mission success. Candidates should have experience in production operations, with a background in engineering or a related STEM field. The position offers a dynamic startup environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence, demanding strong leadership and safety focus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production operations or process development experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership position.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large team of supervisors, technicians, and associates.
• Ensure a strong focus on safety with an excellent safety record.
• Build talent pipeline: Recruit, onboard, and develop leaders.
• Collaborate with engineering to startup & optimize manufacturing equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement via metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline

4+ years of professional leadership experience in manufacturing

Job description

A leader in aerospace technology located in Bastrop, Texas, is seeking a passionate operations leader to manage a production team. This role requires significant responsibility in establishing operational standards and ensuring mission success. Candidates should have experience in production operations, with a background in engineering or a related STEM field. The position offers a dynamic startup environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence, demanding strong leadership and safety focus.