Jobs · Management · California

Production Supervisor (Mgmt. - Production - Supervisor)

Redwire · Goleta, CA · 1 mo ago
Management$94k–$140k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily technician staffing, scheduling, and task assignments to ensure balanced workload and efficient production flow.
  • Maintain an active, visible presence on the production floor to support technicians, remove blockers, and reinforce safety and company policies.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop technicians through regular feedback, hands-on guidance, and structured training to build technical capability and a strong team culture.
  • Ensure tools, equipment, and workstations are organized, maintained, and readily available to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Cookordinate facility and equipment maintenance to preserve production readiness and operational continuity.
  • Conduct workspace and documentation audits to ensure compliance with procedures, quality standards, safety expectations, and proper signoff practices.
  • Provide direct ERP support, helping technicians resolve workflow, routing, or documentation issues.
  • Serve as the primary communication link between technicians and cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and Material Control to resolve issues quickly and collaboratively.
  • Lead onboarding, ensure completion of required training, and support ongoing skill development and technical growth for technicians.
  • Manage timecards, attendance, routine check-ins, and personnel matters in partnership with HR and leadership while communicating priorities and updates clearly.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent plus advanced training.
  • At least 6+ years of experience working in an aerospace manufacturing or equivalent setting with increasing responsibility.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude, good fabrication skills, and general shop experience.
  • ERP knowledge and intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365.
  • Ability to work weekends as needed to support delivery schedules.
  • Ability to stand, walk, reach, grasp, handle tools and materials, and safely lift or move items up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

  • Experience with 5S/6S, Lean, or continuous improvement methods (preferred).
  • Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing tools, adhesives, chemicals, and equipment (preferred).
  • Ability to interpret and work from drawings, diagrams, and detailed procedures (preferred).
  • Ability to take direction from multiple sources and manage time to meet daily milestones as well as longer-term project commitments (preferred).

Skills

  • Leadership and supervision skills.
  • Technical proficiency in aerospace manufacturing processes.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $94,000 - $140,000.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Commitment to core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Pay

  • Pay determined based on local, national, and industry-specific survey data, relative marketplace for jobs, and internal equity.

Schedule

  • Flexible schedule to accommodate production needs.

Benefits

  • Health insurance.
  • Retirement plans.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Professional development opportunities.

Company Culture

  • Focus on innovation and excellence.
  • Emphasis on safety and quality.
  • Support for personal and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

  • Redwire is committed to equal opportunity employment.
  • We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture.
  • We consider all candidates regardless of their background, race, gender, or any other protected characteristic.

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