Production Supervisor (Day Shift)

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company•Graham, KY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking a proven leader to serve as Production Supervisor at its Graham, Kentucky location. The position reports to the Value Stream Manager and is responsible for planning and executing daily production activities in support of customer programs. The supervisor coordinates with the Production Manager and technicians to complete product manufacturing and testing tasks. The role leads production staff, supports employee development, promotes continuous improvement and one-piece flow, and ensures production metrics, quality standards, workplace safety, materials, calibrated equipment, and production support documentation are properly maintained. The supervisor also works with Product Engineers and Development Engineers to provide feedback on operational flow and the accuracy of manufacturing instructions and assembly drawings.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of experience in aerospace production manufacturing.
At least 1 to 3 years of experience supervising production staff.
Associate of Science degree in a technical discipline.
Strong planning and organizational skills, with flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and assignments.
Demonstrated expertise in all areas of responsibility.
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, verbally and in writing, with individuals at all levels and cross-functional groups.
Good working knowledge of computer applications such as ERP/MRP, and proficiency in MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Word.
Ability to motivate people, particularly in a production workforce environment.
Must meet all requirements under BATFE and ITAR.

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing LEAN Manufacturing concepts.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute daily production activities in support of customer programs.
Coordinate with the Production Manager and technicians to complete product manufacturing and testing tasks.
Drive cross-training to develop and strengthen operator resources and capabilities.
Work with Product Engineers and Development Engineers to provide feedback on operational flow and the accuracy of Manufacturing Instructions and Assembly Drawings.
Lead staff performance by communicating expectations, planning and monitoring work, evaluating results, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
Recruit, select, orient, and train employees, and develop opportunities for personal growth.
Act as the team's Kaizen champion and sustain standard-work Kaizen results; strive for one-piece-flow manufacturing.
Ensure production metrics are maintained and reported accurately and on time.
Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel in the use of control points, equipment, and resources, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
Ensure Kanban materials are ordered or replenished as needed to maintain production flow.
Ensure calibrated tools and equipment are returned for calibration on time.
Direct production-floor technicians' daily work.
Promote high morale, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
Maintain and update production support documents in accordance with company policy, including key performance indicators, production reports, training procedures, and records.