Production Supervisor I - Leadership Development Opportunity

Crane Company • Lynnwood, WA

2d • $87,700 - $111,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Crane Aerospace and Electronics is hiring a Production Supervisor I at its Lynnwood, Washington facility. This Monday–Friday, day-shift leadership development opportunity is designed for someone seeking to build a career in aerospace manufacturing. The supervisor leads a manufacturing team while learning the fundamentals of aerospace operations, with coaching, mentorship, hands-on training, and exposure to production, quality, engineering, supply chain, facilities, and continuous improvement. The role includes learning to manage production schedules, make staffing and operational decisions, meet customer commitments, and lead projects that improve safety, quality, and efficiency. Crane describes potential career paths in Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Program Management, and site leadership.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to aerospace and defense markets. Its Lynnwood facility produces aerospace and defense power and fluid solutions. The company uses Lean manufacturing techniques to improve manufacturing efficiency and accuracy.

The position is in a manufacturing environment. Employees may need to use required personal protective equipment and may encounter loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust, or fumes. The work is approximately 25% standing and 75% sitting, depending on tasks, and may involve lifting or pushing up to 25 pounds. The workspace is a cubicle or desk, and computer use is required.

The role may require access to Controlled Data or Information; where such access is required, only US Persons will be considered under ITAR requirements. Candidates must complete a satisfactory background check. FAA-sensitive positions require participation in a random drug-test pool.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 years of experience leading teams; examples may include internship, co-op, campus leadership, athletics, military service, retail, food service, or other leadership experience.
• Intermediate skill level with MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication with all levels of the business.
• Ability to present to small and large groups.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Desire to learn and grow as a leader.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Where the position requires access to Controlled Data or Information, only US Persons will be considered under ITAR requirements.
• Satisfactory background check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience in an aerospace or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing continuous improvement skills, such as standard work, 5S, and material replenishment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of 10–15 manufacturing employees.
• Learn to manage production schedules and meet customer commitments.
• Coach and mentor employees while developing a leadership style.
• Work with engineering and quality teams to address manufacturing challenges.
• Use Lean Manufacturing tools and participate in Kaizen events.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Learn how aerospace products move from raw material to finished product.
• Build experience making staffing, scheduling, and operational decisions.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• 15 days of paid time off, accruing from the first day of employment.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement, eligible after 6 months of employment.
• Formal leadership coaching, hands-on mentorship, professional development, and training.
• Exposure to multiple manufacturing departments and opportunities to lead continuous improvement projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level