Production Supervisor (Cleanroom) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX • Redmond, WA

4d • $115,000 - $145,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Supervisor supporting the Starlink program, you will be responsible for leading others through the mass production of complex RF modules in a cleanroom environment. You’ll be an integral member of a diverse team responsible for team management, collaborating with manufacturing and design engineers, and driving the transition from initial prototyping to full-scale production.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/testing environment or a bachelor’s degree
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project
• Must be open to work all shifts, extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Nice To Haves

• Lean/Six Sigma green belt certification or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline
• Experience with lean manufacturing training, lean manufacturing principles, and efficiency methods
• Experience with Micro-electronics, electro-mechanical assembly, and prototype development
• Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability proficiency including: Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
• Ability to read, interpret controlled documentation, and processes such as: cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, GD&T, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists
• Proficient with computers, the ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain production technicians’ schedules, production processes, safety, training, and area standards
• Champion overall equipment efficiency, on-time delivery, and cleanroom equipment maintenance scheduling
• Lead, coach, and mentor Starlink technicians, including bi-annual reviews and managing corrective or disciplinary actions
• Lead efforts to transition product from engineering development to full-rate production
• Collaborate with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
• Drive continuous improvement, risk reduction, root-cause analysis, and investigations in your area
• Establish and analyze area metrics to drive personnel training and development, optimization of product flow through the factory, efficiency improvement projects, identification and elimination of defects within the area value stream, and reduction of downtime for product and personnel
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Review and provide constructive feedback concerning manufacturability plans and technical data packages
• Independently perform hands-on assembly and operation of Micro-Electronics equipment such Die Attach, Plasma Cleaning, Wirebond and AOI

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED