Supervisor, Machining (Starship Components) - 2nd Shift

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Supervisor in Machining for Starship components. In this vital role, you'll lead a talented team to build a world-class machine shop while ensuring safety and quality in high-precision manufacturing. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement and innovative solutions, making a significant impact on the production of cutting-edge space technology. If you're passionate about machining and want to be part of a groundbreaking mission, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Stock Options

Discretionary Bonuses

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Various Discounts

Qualifications

• 4+ years in manufacturing and 5+ years as a CNC machinist preferred.
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise machinists and technicians, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Drive production schedules and maintain shop floor metrics.

Skills

CNC Machining

Team Leadership

Manufacturing Operations Troubleshooting

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Job description

SUPERVISOR, MACHINING (STARSHIP COMPONENTS) - 2ND SHIFT

The Hawthorne Starship Machining team machines and delivers parts used in critical applications on Starship/Super Heavy - from regulators and solenoids to butterfly valves. The Supervisor of Starship Machining will guide a team of machinists and deburr technicians to build out a new world-class machine shop, own Starship low-cost high-precision valve parts, drive high safety and quality standards, grow machining expertise, generate creative solutions to overcome issues, and spearhead a production schedule to keep downstream valve assemblies fed at an increasing launch rate.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise a team of machinists and technicians through daily work assignments, personnel development, and frequent feedback. Responsible for recruiting, mentoring, leading, training and supervising up to 25 machinists and technicians
• Track shop floor metrics and partner with engineering to maximize delivery rate through high machine utilization, low cycle time, high yield, and lights-out manufacturing
• Set and maintain a tight production schedule to meet downstream valve assembly demand and efficiently distribute workload to the team
• Ensure employee safety through regular assessments of equipment/tooling health, training, PPE use, and implementation of engineering solutions to mitigate risks. Prioritize personnel safety above all else, halting production when necessary
• Support the commissioning of CNCs and cleaning equipment in a new shop. Transition parts and programs from prove-out to high-volume production
• Drive shop floor culture of continuous improvement and maintain 5S protocols. Manage tooling inventory, cost, and storage

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in the role of a CNC machinist
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams at all levels of the business
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing operations, especially machining processes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

• Estimated start time: 2nd shift, 2:30 PM

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Supervisor, Machining (Starship Components): $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.