Production Supervisor I

AeroVironment•Pottstown, PA

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directs the development and implementation of activities in production areas to meet production goals, quality and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency and materials supply. Position Responsibilities: Supervising the day-to-day activities of manufacturing personnel. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable laws Work with the team to develop and continually review key operating metrics to assist workers in solving work problems Implement and develop training and productivity improvements through Lean Manufacturing techniques Analyze work orders to estimate worker hours and create schedules that meet both internal and external needs Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assign duties Assist in planning flow of materials through department and developing physical layout according to work orders Interface with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met Direct workers in repair of products which fail to meet standards Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product Champions changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase safety, efficiency of shop, department, or work crew Provides direct supervision to professional individual contributors and/or skilled, support individual contributors Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors and functional peer groups. Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required
Minimum of 8 years in a manufacturing/production environment with at least 2 years in a Supervisory role
Demonstrated prior performance in a mid-volume discrete manufacturing operations leadership role and leading a team of skilled employees
Understanding of and experience with ISO approved quality systems
Must have a valid driver's license and clean DMV record
ITAR Requirement: T his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

Two-year AA or AS degree or equivalent experience is highly preferred
Good knowledge and understanding of technical processes and engineering drawings
Strong understanding of ERP systems (Oracle experience a plus)
Prior experience in aerospace or similar industry is preferred
Ability to effectively lead and motivate employees
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
Lean, Six Sigma or other Continuous Improvement training and / or equivalent experience desired
Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness, and the creation of a shared vision
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change and leveraging change management best practices
Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity

Responsibilities

Supervising the day-to-day activities of manufacturing personnel.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable laws
Work with the team to develop and continually review key operating metrics to assist workers in solving work problems
Implement and develop training and productivity improvements through Lean Manufacturing techniques
Analyze work orders to estimate worker hours and create schedules that meet both internal and external needs
Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assign duties
Assist in planning flow of materials through department and developing physical layout according to work orders
Interface with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met
Direct workers in repair of products which fail to meet standards
Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
Champions changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase safety, efficiency of shop, department, or work crew
Provides direct supervision to professional individual contributors and/or skilled, support individual contributors
Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors and functional peer groups.
Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

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