Supervisor

Elevate Ventures; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Ventures is seeking a Supervisor to oversee technicians at our Stockton, CA location. The role involves directing daily tasks, ensuring quality standards, and maximizing productivity while requiring a commitment to safety. Candidates should have an Associate Degree and 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing. Strong supervisory skills and knowledge of manufacturing processes are essential, as well as the ability to qualify under ITAR regulations. Competitive pay offered between $65,000 and $80,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a related field required.
• Familiar with standard concepts and practices in manufacturing.
• Strong team orientation necessary.

Responsibilities

• Direct work area technicians and assign daily tasks.
• Ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.
• Train and coach technicians on procedures.
• Maximize labor efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Associate Degree or equivalent

Job description

• Location: 3437 S Airport Way, Stockton, CA, 95206, United States
• Base Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type: FT Exempt

About Applied Aerospace

Join the team that builds for the best. At Applied Aerospace, we design, fabricate, and test mission‑critical aerospace components for leading innovators like SpaceX, NASA, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing. Every part we create reflects our relentless commitment to quality, reliability, and performance. Through precision engineering and purpose‑driven innovation, we’re helping take aerospace technology to new heights — and we’re looking for talented individuals who want to be part of that journey.

Overview of Position

Supervise work area technicians to achieve the efficient use of labor and the maintenance of product quality.

Essential Job Functions

• Directs work area technicians including daily assignments, meetings, discipline, training, vacation scheduling, and time and attendance system accuracy.
• Working with PM’s and ME’s and Production Coordinators to ensure that production schedules and quality standards are maintained.
• Works with ME’s Production Coordinators to ensure that planning and resources (materials and personnel) are available to support production.
• Assign tasks and explain procedures to technicians. Trains and coaches’ technicians on assigned tasks.
• Identify resources needed to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Responsible for work area safety issues and housekeeping.
• Shifts technicians to other work areas depending on project requirements per PM’s request.
• Maximizes labor efficiency and productivity.

General

• Requires an Associate Degree or its equivalent with 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and team orientation.
• Have good computer and communication skills.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Due to the nature of our work and applicable U.S. export control laws, this position requires International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) eligibility. Only individuals who qualify as a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), unless specified otherwise within job description, are eligible for employment.

Applied Aerospace & Defense (“AA&D”) is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to disability, medical condition, or other protected reason may contact the Human Resources Department. Requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable law.

Where required by law, the applicable pay range and a summary of benefits and other compensation for this position will be provided.