Engine Manufacturing Supervisor
About The Position
Estes Industries is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily operations in its model rocket engine manufacturing facility in Penrose, Colorado. The role is responsible for safe, efficient, and consistent production while maintaining product quality and regulatory compliance. It calls for a hands-on leader who can supervise and develop a production team and support continuous improvement. The selected candidate must undergo a thorough background check to become licensed with the State of Colorado Explosives Board, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, and the Department of Homeland Security. Any job offer is contingent on the background check results and the candidate’s ability to obtain the required licenses.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- At least 1 year of supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and quality control.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hands-on production environment.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and manufacturing reporting systems.
- Ability to pass the required background check and obtain licenses from the State of Colorado Explosives Board, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, and the Department of Homeland Security.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in energetic materials, aerospace, defense, chemical manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with OSHA requirements, process safety, and hazardous materials handling.
- Experience implementing Lean manufacturing, 5S, or other continuous improvement practices.
- Experience with ERP or manufacturing management systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
- Technical degree or relevant manufacturing certifications.
Responsibilities
- Supervise daily engine manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and cost targets.
- Coordinate staffing, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
- Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
- Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, quality, and planning teams to resolve production issues.
- Maintain accurate production records, inventory transactions, and operational reporting.
- Promote a safety-first culture in a manufacturing environment involving energetic materials.
- Ensure employees follow established safety procedures, operating instructions, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Conduct routine safety inspections, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions.
- Participate in incident investigations and support preventive measures.
- Ensure employees receive appropriate safety training and follow procedures for handling energetic materials.
- Ensure manufacturing processes meet product specifications and quality requirements.
- Monitor scrap, rework, and rejection rates and lead efforts to reduce defects.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase production capacity.
- Support standardized work, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with engineering and quality teams to address recurring manufacturing issues.
- Lead, train, and develop production employees, including team leads and machine operators.
- Establish performance expectations and provide regular coaching and feedback.
- Manage employee scheduling, attendance, performance evaluations, and training.
- Foster accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Identify opportunities for employee cross-training and skill development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
