Repair & Overhaul Production Supervisor

ITT Inc. - English US•Valencia, CA

1d•$107,400 - $160,200

About The Position

The Repair & Overhaul Supervisor leads daily operations of the repair and overhaul department, ensuring aerospace components and assemblies are repaired safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The role oversees technicians and support staff, maintains compliance with quality and regulatory requirements, and supports customer delivery commitments. The supervisor promotes continuous improvement and workforce development, collaborating with Quality, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Operations to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, repair, overhaul, or MRO operations.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or repair environment.
Strong understanding of aerospace component repair and overhaul processes.
Knowledge of manufacturing methods, technical drawings, specifications, and repair documentation.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
Proven ability to lead teams, develop employees, and drive operational performance.
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and adapt to changing business needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively across organizational levels.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and production reporting tools.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
Knowledge of root cause corrective action processes and quality management systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Aviation Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
Experience working within FAA-regulated, AS9100, ISO, or other highly regulated production environments.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily repair and overhaul activities to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Lead and develop technicians, inspectors, and support personnel through coaching, training, performance management, and employee engagement.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures, environmental regulations, company policies, and applicable aerospace industry standards.
Review work orders, repair instructions, technical data, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure repair processes are executed properly.
Monitor productivity, quality, turnaround time, on-time delivery, labor efficiency, and cost performance.
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to resolve technical issues, non-conformances, root causes, and corrective actions.
Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and other operational excellence methodologies.
Ensure repairs and overhauls comply with FAA, AS9100, customer, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Coordinate staffing, overtime, training plans, and resource allocation to meet business demands.
Support production planning by prioritizing work orders and managing workflow to maximize throughput and customer satisfaction.
Monitor department budgets, labor utilization, and material usage to support financial objectives.
Conduct routine audits and inspections to verify process controls, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Participate in customer visits, audits, and program reviews as required.
Maintain accurate production records, performance reports, and employee documentation.
Foster accountability, teamwork, continuous learning, and operational excellence.