Manufacturing Supervisor

Microwave Power Products (MPP)•Palo Alto, CA

12h•$95,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

PRODUCTION MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR – HANDS-ON FLOOR LEADERSHIP (PALO ALTO, CA) Lead daily production on the manufacturing floor, ensuring products are built safely, on time, and to quality standards. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll support technicians, solve real-time issues, and drive workflow improvements to keep production moving. The Production Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for the daily execution of manufacturing and assembly activities within Helix or Power Grid production. This role ensures production goals are met safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The Production Supervisor manages a team of technicians and assemblers (including lead technicians), supports problem-solving on the floor, and drives workflow improvements to maintain schedule adherence and on-time delivery. The Production Manufacturing Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager and collaborates closely with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure products are built to specification, timelines are met, and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented.

Requirements

5+ years in manufacturing/assembly, with 2+ years leading or supervising teams
Strong understanding of mechanical/electrical assembly and production workflows
Ability to troubleshoot on the floor and keep production running
Experience with lean manufacturing or process improvement
A leader who is hands-on, decisive, and team-oriented
Strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical assembly practices, tooling, and production processes.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and resolve production challenges.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
Ability to operate a hand crane to lift items weighing more than 30 lbs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite and generally tech-savvy.
Willingness and ability to further develop Excel and other technical skills in the future.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent technical training and experience; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily production floor activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
Assign work, monitor progress, and provide direction to technicians, assemblers, and lead technicians.
Support troubleshooting of equipment, process, or material issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to optimize assembly methods, tooling, and line configurations.
Ensure accurate execution of production schedules and maintain visibility to work-in-progress.
Enforce quality standards, conduct in-process checks, and ensure compliance with established procedures.
Train, mentor, and develop technicians and lead technicians in assembly techniques, safety practices, and problem-solving skills.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and support lean manufacturing initiatives.
Track and report daily production performance, including output, labor utilization, and first-pass yield.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with EHS requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.