Supervisor Fabrication

Safran; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement (401K) with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

300 career paths across global sites

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, seeks a Supervisor Fabrication to lead production flow and ensure safety and quality in a dynamic aerospace seating environment.

The role trains and mentors team members, promotes continuous improvement, and coordinates with departments to optimize labor and materials while maintaining strong interpersonal relations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• At least three years of experience in production processes, machinery, and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming technology, foam and adhesive/upholstery assembly, welding applications, and/or metalworking technology.
• Must have knowledge of MRP systems, scheduling, and blueprints.
• Must have knowledge of bargaining agreement or willingness to learn.
• Must be computer literate.
• MAPICS experience preferred.
• Ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Read and review written communication; English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains an optimum flow of production through the department or work cell.
• Actively promotes safety in all aspects in the department or work cell.
• Provides training to all employees and ensures each one understands his or her job responsibilities.
• Cross-trains employees for added efficiency.
• Develops and maintains strong positive communications with all employees.
• Supervises labor and material to maintain a positive variance against standards.
• Involves employees in corrective action to achieve high levels of product quality.
• Creates an atmosphere for development of new concepts and continuous improvement.

Skills

Written communication

Reading blueprints

Team leadership

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MAPICS

MRP systems

Blueprints

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Supervisor Fabrication, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Maintains an optimum flow of production through the department or work cell.
• Actively promotes safety in all aspects in the department or work cell.
• Provides training to all employees and ensures each one understands his or her job responsibilities. Cross-trains employees for added efficiency.
• Develops and maintains strong positive communications and working relations with all employees. Ensures all complaints and pre-grievances are thoroughly handled with each employee.
• Supervises labor and material to maintain a positive variance against standards.
• Actively involves all employees in taking corrective action to achieve high levels of product quality to meet and exceed quality standards.
• Creates an atmosphere for development of new concepts, ideas and methods to support continuous improvement in the department or work cell.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Highlights from our facility:

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together. At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• At least three years of experience in production processes, machinery, and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming technology, foam and adhesive/upholstery assembly, welding applications, and/or metalworking technology.
• Must have knowledge of MRP systems, scheduling, and blueprints. .
• Must have knowledge of bargaining agreement or willingness to learn.
• Must have knowledge of MRP systems, scheduling, and blueprints. .
• Must have knowledge of computer literate.
• MAPICS experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

Attributes we are looking for:

• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [e-mail] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.