Supervisor Operations - 1st shift

Leonardo DRS; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account contribution

Telemedicine

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Dallas, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing activities and drive Lean Six Sigma improvements. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Onsite work with a 9/80 schedule and opportunity for career growth are offered. Qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent (bachelor’s preferred), plus experience with IE concepts and ISO/AS standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience; bachelor’s preferred.
• Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application.
• Experience with Industrial Engineering concepts and 5S/6S techniques.
• Knowledge of ISO, AS standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities of a manufacturing area.
• Ensure product/service quality through proper resource use and standards.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities per policies and laws.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement with Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Maintain areas with focus on team member safety.
• Hire, develop, and assess team members.
• Support mission, values, and culture.
• Attend internal/external customer meetings.
• Participate on special project teams.
• Support new product introduction activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

ISO standards

Job description

Location: Dallas, TX, US, 75243

Job ID:115408

The Electro Optical InfraredSystems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborneplatforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Business Unit: EOIS
Location: Dallas TX
Career Functional Area: Operations
Telework Type: Onsite
Relocation Available: Yes
Type: Exempt Full Time
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day activities of an assigned manufacturing area
• Ensure product/service quality through proper utilization of resources and adherence to applicable standards
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's polices and applicable laws and regulations
• Lead activities to resolve issues and problems, identifying root cause and effecting appropriate corrective action
• Monitor and enable internal and external customer satisfaction
• Drive continuous improvement through deployment of best practices, such as Lean Six Sigma
• Maintain and continuously improve areas, which impact on Team Member safety
• Hire, manage career development, and assess performance of assigned team members
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend applicable internal or external customer meetings
• Participate on special project teams
• Support new product introduction activities

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application
• Experience with Industrial Engineering concepts and 5S/6S techniques
• Knowledge and familiarity with standards (ISO, AS, etc)
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

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.