Production Supervisor, Injection Molding (Starlink)

SpaceX · Bastrop, TX · 2 wk ago

On-siteManagementFull-time

Coordinate and steer the collective efforts of electronics production associates
Enforce area standards and run rules (includes bi-annual reviews and disciplinary action)
Interface with area leadership and prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
Schedule risk identification and mitigation
Cover coordination support organization efforts to minimize production interruptions
Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
Process non-conforming hardware to efficiently return them to conforming state and normal product flow
Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement
Optimization of product flow through the factory
Root cause analysis and the implementation of corresponding corrective action plans
Identify and eliminate defects within the area value stream
Reduce downtime for product and personnel
Support efforts to transition product from engineering development to full rate production
Review drawings and technical data packages for manufacturability while providing constructive feedback to engineering/design community

Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment
1+ years of experience leading a team or project

5+ years plastic injection molding experience in a production environment
Strong skills in troubleshooting with scientific, Paulson, or RJG processes
Comprehensive knowledge and thorough understanding of robotics and auxiliary equipment used with plastics injection molding machines
Experience of multi-shot molding, automated color blending, and central material drying system
5+ years of experience with highly automated injection molding cells
5+ years molding experience with Engel brand machines
Leverage of lean manufacturing training and experience
Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation
Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles, efficiency methods
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
PCBA, harness, electro-mechanical assembly, optical component manufacturing and prototype development experience
Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment with flight quality hardware
Six Sigma certification
Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment
Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP) and related programs

Must be available for one of the following shifts (start and end times are approximate):
- A Shift – 5:00am-5:00pm, Sunday-Wednesday
- B Shift – 5:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday-Saturday
- C Shift – 5:00pm-5:00am, Sunday-Wednesday
- D Shift – 5:00pm-5:00am, Wednesday-Saturday
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Able to travel for business trips up to 10% on an ongoing basis
Able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
Must be willing to work onsite, remote work not considered

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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