Operations Supervisor (Onsite)

RTXCheshire, CT
$68,900 - $131,100Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. You will lead daily manufacturing operations in a high-mix, fast-paced aerospace and defense environment with full accountability for: Safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity performance Production execution to schedule and recovery planning when constraints occur Staffing, labor utilization, and workforce allocation Resolving manufacturing constraints and driving throughput improvement Cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and Maintenance Compliance with EH&S, customer requirements, and company standards Continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen operational performance Success in this role is measured by meeting or exceeding cost, quality, delivery, safety, and labor efficiency targets while building a strong culture of accountability and operational excellence. In this role, you will gain hands-on leadership experience in aerospace manufacturing operations, including: Lean Manufacturing, CORE, ACE, and Six Sigma methodologies applied on the floor Use of SAP, MES, and ERP systems in production execution Continuous improvement and operational excellence project execution

Requirements

  • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
  • Experience leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment
  • Good communication skills
  • Demonstration of KPI management in high-mix production environment
  • Experience managing production flow, staffing, labor utilization, and schedule execution
  • Experience leading Lean and continuous improvement projects (Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma / CORE)
  • Knowledge and working experience with ERP systems
  • U.S. Citizen status (as defined by U.S. export regulations)

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing in a high-reliability environment
  • Hands-on leadership of Lean, Six Sigma, or CORE continuous improvement projects with proven results
  • Working knowledge of SAP and ERP/MES systems for production and material tracking
  • Experience in AS9100 environments, EHS compliance, and structured quality systems
  • Strong problem-solving experience using RCCA and data-driven root cause analysis
  • Track record of improving SQDC performance (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost)

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations in a high-mix, fast-paced aerospace and defense environment with full accountability for: Safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity performance
  • Production execution to schedule and recovery planning when constraints occur
  • Staffing, labor utilization, and workforce allocation
  • Resolving manufacturing constraints and driving throughput improvement
  • Cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and Maintenance
  • Compliance with EH&S, customer requirements, and company standards
  • Continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen operational performance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service