Supervisor Operations

Leonardo DRS; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Madison, WI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead technicians and assemblers on the production floor. You will ensure safe, high-quality execution of the schedule from assembly to test, documentation, and release.

You will coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Planning while driving Lean/Six Sigma improvements and developing the team through training and cross-training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application.
• Knowledge of standards such as ISO and AS.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience implementing Operations Excellence across production cells or areas.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day activities of an assigned production area.
• Lead daily production by assigning and prioritizing work across laser and electro-optical assembly, alignment, integration, and test.
• Protect quality and traceability by ensuring work follows approved Work Instructions, specifications, routings, test procedures, and configuration requirements.
• Manage production performance by tracking daily schedule, Work In Process (WIP), first-pass yield, rework, and nonconformance.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Engineering departments to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
• Provide production input on build readiness, training, tooling, documentation, and repeatability as products transition from prototype to sustained manufacturing.
• Train, coach, and qualify Technicians and Assemblers to reinforce workmanship standards and build cross-training plans.
• Work closely with Planning and Supply Chain on shortages and priorities.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication

Safety/Quality awareness

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Supervisor Operations

Location:

Madison, WI, US, 53704

Job ID:115836

Business Unit: DRS Daylight Solutions
Location: Madison, WI 53704
Telework Type: No
Relocation Available: No
Type: Full Time
Schedule: 9/80

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor will lead a team of technicians and assemblers at the Madison, WI site. They will oversee the daily builds and test photonic and laser products. The role is accountable for safe, high-quality execution of the production schedule from precision assembly and optical alignment through integration, test, documentation, and release.

The supervisor must support a mix of established production and technically demanding builds while coordinating closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production Planning.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day activities of an assigned production area.
• Lead daily production by assigning and prioritizing work across laser and electro-optical assembly, alignment, integration, and test. This includes balancing the workforce capacity against delivery commitments and changes in priorities.
• Protect quality and traceability by ensuring work follows approved Work Instructions, specifications, routings, test procedures, and configuration requirements.
• Manage production performance by tracking daily schedule, Work In Process (WIP), first-pass yield, rework, and nonconformance. Communicate risks early and lead practical recovery plans.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Engineering departments to troubleshoot optical, electrical, and mechanical failures, contain defects, and implement corrective actions to resolve technical issues quickly.
• Provide production input on build readiness, training, tooling, documentation, and repeatability as products transition from prototype to sustained manufacturing to support new production introduction.
• Train, coach, and qualify Technicians and Assemblers to reinforce workmanship standards and build cross-training plans for critical operations to develop the team. Focus on completeness of factory training matrix.
• Work closely with Planning and Supply Chain on shortages and priorities. Confirm that tooling, test equipment, and the workforce support the schedule.
• Drive continuous improvement through deployment of best practices such as Lean and/or Six Sigma to support overall Operations Excellence.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws and regulations.

Job Responsibilities Part II

• Attend applicable internal or external customer meetings.
• Drive clear communication both written and oral with other company personnel and the customer.
• Maintain a safe workplace.
• Enforce applicable laser safety, ESD, chemical-handling, equipment, and production-area procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience, plus at least two years of relevant experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application
• Knowledge and familiarity with standards (ISO, AS, etc)
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
• Certified in Lean or Six Sigma.
• Implemented Operations Excellence methodology across production cells or areas.

The salary range for this position is $66,049/year - $94,450/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.