Manufacturing Supervisor – NPI & Prototype Production

Aeva, Inc.•Mountain View, CA

8d•$154,900 - $209,600

About The Position

Aeva is seeking a highly organized and hands-on Manufacturing Supervisor to lead day-to-day NPI and prototype production activities across multiple projects, product configurations, and development builds. This role will be responsible for ensuring prototype builds are executed safely, efficiently, and according to engineering requirements and production schedules. The Manufacturing Supervisor will work closely with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to coordinate resources, resolve production issues, and maintain build readiness. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced NPI environment where priorities, configurations, and build requirements can change frequently.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, NPI, or prototype manufacturing.
2+ years of experience leading or supervising manufacturing personnel.
Associates degree in a technical field mandatory
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and build execution.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, work instructions, and other technical documentation.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Experience in high-tech, automotive, robotics, electronics, optics, or other complex electromechanical manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting prototype builds from early development through NPI and production ramp.
Experience with ERP, MES, PLM, or manufacturing execution systems.
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors in engineering discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily prototype and NPI production activities across multiple programs and product configurations.
Plan and coordinate production resources, labor, equipment, materials, and workstations to support build schedules.
Ensure builds are executed according to engineering documentation, work instructions, BOMs, drawings, and configuration requirements.
Coordinate multiple concurrent builds while maintaining clear configuration and revision control.
Monitor build progress and communicate schedule risks, constraints, and issues to cross-functional stakeholders.
Assign daily work and establish priorities based on program and build requirements.
Monitor team performance, productivity, quality, and adherence to standard work.
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with Quality to identify, contain, and resolve production and quality issues.
Coordinate with Supply Chain and Materials teams to ensure parts and materials are available when required.
Escalate production blockers and recommend solutions to keep builds on schedule.
Maintain accurate tracking of build status, configuration, quantity, and production issues.
Ensure the correct parts, revisions, BOMs, drawings, and work instructions are used for each build.
Maintain accurate production records, build documentation, and traceability.
Ensure prototype builds meet established quality standards and engineering requirements.
Drive root-cause identification and corrective actions for recurring manufacturing issues.
Identify opportunities to improve prototype build processes, efficiency, quality, and repeatability.
Ensure all production activities are performed in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.
Ensure personnel are properly trained and qualified for assigned work.