Factory Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Own shift-level execution vs. build plan (output, takt, WIP)
• Ensure adherence to standard work and process controls
• Maintain performance metrics and respond immediately to gaps
• Drive recovery actions to maintain schedule
• Cook coordination with Material, Quality, and Engineering to maintain flow
• Ensure readiness of material, tooling, and test before work starts
• Communicate status, risks, and recovery plans clearly

Lean Operations & Flow

• Implement and maintain visual management (boards, status, abnormalities)
• Identify flow disruptions and eliminate waste (waiting, rework, motion, etc.)
• Maintain line balance and WIP control
• Escalate and resolve constraints quickly (andon mindset)

Leadership & Accountability

• Act as the first line of defense against material-driven downtime
• Direct and prioritize technician work in real time
• Enforce discipline around pace, quality, and standard work
• Develop team capability through coaching and on-the-job training
• Hold clear ownership for execution at the line level
• Lead structured problem solving (5-Why, root cause) on production issues
• Contain issues immediately and drive permanent corrective actions
• Capture and standardize improvements into process and work instructions

Minimum Requirements

• 8+ years in manufacturing leadership in high-rate environments
• Strong experience with lean manufacturing systems and standard work
• Proven ability to manage technicians and drive disciplined execution
• Experience managing WIP, flow, and production constraints in real time
• Hands-on experience with structured problem solving (5-Why, root cause)

Preferred Requirements

• Experience implementing Toyota Production System principles
• Experience with visual management and tiered accountability systems
• Background in electronics or hardware manufacturing
• Experience in aerospace/defense or high-reliability production
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices