Supervisor, Production

Safran Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Safran Cabin in North America is seeking a Supervisor, Production to lead manufacturing operations, oversee the production floor, manage staff, plan production according to schedule, and uphold safety and quality standards across all shifts.

Together with purchasing and engineering, you will implement lean practices, monitor throughput, drive continuous improvement, and ensure timely completion of products while coaching, training, and evaluating employees.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience (+2 years)
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of production procedures, standards and knowledge of Quality Control Standards and systems.
• Experience: 7 or more years of experience in manufacturing environment, plus 2 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Computer Skill: Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, email, ERP system.
• Other Skills: Well organized, planning and time management skills, quality oriented, problem solving. Ability to lead teams, conduct meetings, give direction/delegate, and train/coach/mentor employees.
• Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)

Responsibilities

• Oversees production, assembly, and shipment of products.
• Monitors production quality and inspection of products; identifies problems and resolves them quickly.
• Regulates workflow to maximize production capacity and ensures deadlines are met.
• Provides leadership through goal setting, delegation, and communication.
• Directs and assigns personnel; trains and counsels employees on current production methods.

Skills

Production procedures knowledge

Quality control systems

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP system

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Supervisor, Production

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.

Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.

Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.

Did you know? We have probably already flown together!

Reference number

2026-185770

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Mechanical assembly

Job title

Supervisor, Production

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Supervisory staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Supervisor, Production you'll play a pivotal part on our Production team. The Production Supervisor oversees the manufacturing operation, manages employees, plans and makes changes according to production schedule, promotes safety, supports and communicates company goals, rules, and standards, to employees. Promotes lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Assumes responsibility for the development and implementation of effective production Department planning, policies, and procedures.
• Assists Senior Management in developing short and long term goals and objectives and provides suggestions and recommendations.
• Participates in developing Department policies and procedures and ensures that they support and complement Company-wide strategic objectives.
• Conducts periodic reviews of existing policies. Ensures that policies are updated and in accordance with evolving production and quality standards.
• Assumes responsibility for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of Production functions.
• Oversees production and assembly processes. Supervises assembly, inspection, and shipment of products.
• Monitors and supervises production quality, and inspection of products. Identifies problems and resolves them quickly and effectively.
• Regulates work flow to ensure maximum production capacity. Monitors the floor production schedule to ensure that products are completed according to deadlines.
• Ensures that Production functions are completed in accordance with established production, safety, and quality standards.
• Effectively supervises assigned personnel, ensuring optimal performance.
• Provides leadership through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication.
• Directs and assigns personnel. Provides assistance and support as needed.
• Trains, advises, and counsels employees on current production methods.
• Provides suggestions to improve performance and productivity.
• Conducts performance appraisals as required. Formulates and implements employee corrective actions as needed.
• Assists with personnel decisions including hiring, terminations, wage decisions, and promotions.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relations with Company personnel and management.
• Works closely with purchasing, and engineering departments to maintain schedules and implement changes and revisions in operational procedures.
• Provides assistance and support to related departments as required.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Performs production duties as needed.
• Completes special projects as assigned.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.

Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.

Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.

Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!

Why join us?

US EEO statements:

At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Cabin TA:

• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!

The expected salary range for this position is between USD $70,310 - $101,090. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications:

Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience (+2 years)

Knowledge: Strong understanding of production procedures, standards and knowledge of Quality Control Standards and systems.

Experience: 7 or more years of experience in manufacturing environment, plus 2 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

Computer Skill: Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, email, ERP system.

Other Skills: Well organized, planning and time management skills, quality oriented, problem solving. Ability to lead teams, conduct meetings, give direction/delegate, and train/coach/mentor employees.

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)

• Bachelor's degree
• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3 or more years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Annual salary

USD $70,310 - $101,090

Job location

North America, United States, California, Los Angeles

City (-ies)

CA 90746 Carson

Minimum education level achieved

Associate Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

Additional Languages preferred

• English (Fluent)
• Spanish (Beginner)

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No