Supervisor, Manufacturing 1st shift

Saab Aeronautics Indiana LLC; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance and student loan

Wellness and employee assistance

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Saab Aeronautics Indiana LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor in West Lafayette, Indiana to lead daily aero-structure manufacturing operations. You will coach and develop a high-performing team, drive safety and quality, and ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years of aerospace supervision, experience with MES/ERP systems, and a commitment to Saab’s core values. You’ll collaborate across engineering, quality, and production support, support recruiting and training, and maintain

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory/people leadership experience in aerospace.
• Experience in an AS9100 or ISO environment.
• Experience using MES and ERP systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lead across departments and align on goals.
• Flexible/extended schedule availability.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations for aero-structure manufacturing with safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale goals.
• Develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and training.
• Maintain accountability for production KPIs and processes.
• Champion safety and quality; ensure compliance with processes and FOD control.
• Monitor performance and deploy recovery plans to keep schedule on track.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with management, engineering, quality, and support teams.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Maintain Saab’s 6S program and a clean, organized work environment.
• Manage time and attendance; review and approve hours.
• Model Saab’s core values: Trust, Drive, Expertise, Support.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality systems knowledge

Education

BS in Operations Management or related field

AS/BS in Aeronautics or Operations

Tools

MES

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description: Saab is growing its state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, Indiana, and we’re looking for a Production Supervisor to help bring the next generation of military aviation to life.

What You’ll Do As a Production Supervisor, you’ll work closely with the Production Manager, fellow supervisors, engineers, and support teams to ensure our operation delivers safely, efficiently, and with the quality our customers expect. You will:

• Lead daily production operations for advanced aero-structure manufacturing, setting clear expectations and driving the team toward daily production goals (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale).
• Build and develop your team through coaching, mentoring, training, and meaningful performance feedback.
• Create a culture of accountability, urgency and teamwork, empowering employees to take ownership of production KPIs, quality, and business goals.
• Champion safety and quality, ensuring compliance with established processes, work rules, and FOD-prevention and tool control practices.
• Monitor production performance, communicate progress and deploy recovery / contingency plans to maintain master schedule adherence.
• Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to eliminate waste, improve processes, and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate across the organization with management, production teams, engineering, quality, and other support functions to solve problems and maintain product flow throughout the factory keep production moving.
• Support recruiting, selection, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, high-performing work environment through Saab’s 6S program.
• Manage production team time and attendance, including reviewing and approving work hours.
• Consistently demonstrate Saab’s core values of Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support.

Compensation Range: $80,900 - $101,000 *Relocation Package is available for this role The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience: What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a leader who brings energy to the production floor and understands that great manufacturing starts with great teams. If you’re ready to bring your leadership to a growing aerospace manufacturing organization and want to see the impact of your work every day, we’d like to meet you.

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of proven supervisory/people leadership experience within the aerospace industry.
• Experience in an AS9100 or ISO environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Experience using MES and ERP systems.
• Proven ability to work effectively across departments, and align on business objectives and key results.
• Ability to lead by example, to build positive and productive work relationships.
• Experience driving performance and behavioral accountability.
• Availability to work a flexible/extended schedule as needed to meet customer timelines.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AS or BS degree in Operations Management, Advanced Manufacturing, Aeronautics, or a related field.
• Experience working in a union environment.
• Familiar with new product introduction.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

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