Sr. Supervisor, Manufacturing/Operations (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time (3 weeks)

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking a skilled supervisor for the 3rd shift to lead production operations and drive safety, quality, and efficiency. You will coach hourly staff, manage staffing, and coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Materials to meet targets.

The role requires a university degree with extensive manufacturing experience, and willingness to work 2nd shift and travel up to 10%. This position is onsite in San Marcos, TX.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with minimum 3 years of experience.
• Previous experience supervising production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience driving safety, quality, and productivity initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise 3rd Shift production operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.
• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and development for hourly employees and team leads.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Monitor production performance, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to meet operational goals.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Materials, and other cross-functional teams to resolve production challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Shift supervision

Lean manufacturing

Safety initiatives

Microsoft Office

Education

University Degree

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Job Overview

Date Posted: 2026-10-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-SAN MARCOS-2005 ~ 2005 Technology Wy ~ TECHNOLOGY Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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.

What You Will Do

• Lead and supervise 3rd Shift production operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.
• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and development for hourly employees and team leads.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Monitor production performance, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to meet operational goals.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Materials, and other cross-functional teams to resolve production challenges.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, performance management, and employee development for the overnight shift.
• Make sound decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Work 2nd Shift and support operational needs – show flexibility to other shifts as well.
• Travel up to 10%.

Qualifications – You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Previous experience supervising production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience driving safety, quality, and productivity initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems.

Qualifications – We Prefer

• Experience providing leadership, communication, and problem‑solving support in operational environments.
• Experience working in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP.
• Experience leading large production teams across multiple departments.
• Experience developing employees and building high‑performing teams.
• Experience applying analytical methods and data‑driven decision‑making in operations.

What We Offer

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S: The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

Location & Eligibility

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.