Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Supv L3 - Palmdale CA

About the role

This position is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

The Palmdale Transportation and Chemical Management Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all crane operators, forklift operators, chemical‑replenishment attendants, and commercial highway truck drivers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely movement of aircraft parts, tooling, and materials throughout the manufacturing support chain.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and monitors daily logistics operations
• Enforces compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Manages resource allocation
• Resolves operational issues that could impact production flow
• Conducts performance evaluations
• Provides training on equipment and chemical handling procedures
• Collaborates with engineering, production, and supply‑chain teams to continuously improve transportation processes and support overall mission readiness
• Attends status meetings advising management of the status of work in progress, and material availability
• Resolves issues that may arise in the manufacturing process by interfacing with all supporting organizations
• Collaborates with Labor Relations and Human Resources to enhance employee engagement
• Flexible, open‑minded, capable of managing multiple tasks

Requirements

• High School/GED education
• Secret clearance required to start
• Minimum 2 years of proven leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a logistics, material handling, or transportation setting
• Proficient computer skills: comfortable using email, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic data‑entry or reporting tools
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with operators, drivers, cross‑functional teams, and senior management

Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal