Production Supervisor 1st shift
About the role
As an Operations Management Champion, you will drive operational metrics, ensuring perfect safety and quality. You will manage production schedules, maintain inventory, and communicate effectively across all functional teams. You will also allocate resources to meet deadlines and complete performance reviews.
Responsibilities
- Drive operational metrics, turn time, on time delivery, past dues, productivity
- Measure and report daily, weekly production performance data
- Manage WIP (Work In Progress), coordinate with planning department for monthly financial plans, assist with date management, level loading production
- Communicate and escalate shortages/out-of-stock items, clear cross-shift communications regarding shift deliverables, maintenance, and equipment status
- Submit maintenance work orders, maintain and service production equipment appropriately
- Maintain 5S standards, conduct daily progress checks, monthly audits, ensure a standardized work environment
- Be present on the shop floor, demonstrate situational awareness, engage in strategic problem-solving, collaborate with functional teams
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, live the Chromalloy values, adhere to regulatory requirements, and maintain proper staffing levels
- Complete and present performance reviews on time, develop and motivate the production team, and provide coaching and support
- Allocate resources to meet deadlines, adjust standards when necessary, and ensure adherence to operation time standards
Requirements
- Associate degree/ bachelor’s degree preferred; 4+ years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Repair station and new manufacturing experience
- A&P license or previous repairmen certificate holder, can meet repairmen qualifications under 14 CFR Part 65
- Experience with aircraft component processes, machining, welding, vacuum and coating furnace, inspection, thermal spray, chemical strip, brazing, plating
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, 5S, Kaizen, methodologies
- Execution, management, and delivery of KPIs
- Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint proficiency, intermediate/advanced required
- Support & collaborate with functional teams - HR, Safety, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Procurement, Maintenance and Customer Service
- Strategic problem solving and organizational skills
- Self-motivated with a high level of ownership, integrity, and accountability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Fully fluent in English (reading, writing, comprehension)
Qualifications
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures, live the Chromalloy Values
- Compliance with all regulatory requirements, repair station manual, quality systems manuals, department procedures
- Production team is properly trained and adequately staffed with FAA repairmen
- Personnel Management Department training at 95% or greater
- Continual development of the production team completing Tooling U and Linked-In training courses
- Provide supportive management to each team member, coach, develop and motivate, problem solve
Skills
- Lean manufacturing, process improvement, 5S, Kaizen methodologies
- Execution, management, and delivery of KPIs
- Compliance with company policies and procedures
- Compliance with regulatory requirements
- Effective communication and collaboration with functional teams
- Strategic problem-solving and organizational skills
- Self-motivation, integrity, and accountability
- Fluency in English (reading, writing, comprehension)
Benefits
- Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching
- Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
- Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site
Pay
Salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job-related skills, internal equity, and market conditions.
Schedule
This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.