Senior Supervisor, Gate 3 Operations (Onsite)
About The Position
Pratt & Whitney’s Columbus Engine Center is seeking a Senior Operations Supervisor to lead jet engine assembly, test, and inspection operations (Gate 3). This onsite leadership role operates in a fast-paced, high-accountability production environment and is responsible for safe, efficient execution and performance across the assigned cell. The supervisor drives results, strengthens processes, removes operational obstacles, improves product quality, and develops high-performing teams. The role sets expectations for safety, quality, delivery, and cost while influencing operational performance, team culture, and customer satisfaction. The position manages the hourly workforce and assigned-cell budgets and production execution. It also leads continuous improvement and corrective-action efforts, maintains compliance with company policies and procedures, and actively supports Environmental Health & Safety requirements. The role provides opportunities to develop technical expertise in an engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility and to participate in professional development, certifications, training, continuing education, mentorship, leadership pathways, and high-impact projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience; or an associate degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma/GED and at least 9 years of relevant experience.
- Experience including supervisory and manufacturing management.
- U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Nice To Haves
- Aerospace or aviation MRO expertise.
Responsibilities
- Support and meet assigned-cell performance goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, driving actions and accountability toward applicable targets and KPIs.
- Oversee capital and expense budgets for the assigned cell and allocate resources in accordance with financial plans.
- Plan, monitor, and execute production to meet schedules and delivery commitments, including timely contingency plans when needed.
- Identify, lead, and implement continuous-improvement initiatives to improve product quality, reduce cycle times, and lower operational costs.
- Implement timely and effective root-cause corrective actions to meet quality standards and prevent recurrence of issues.
- Manage hourly workforce activities, including time and attendance, scheduling, performance feedback, training, communication, and recognition.
- Conduct performance and skill assessments for Operations Technicians, Powerplant Mechanics, Inspectors, and related roles.
- Administer company policies and procedures consistently to maintain compliance.
- Complete required EH&S training, enforce safe work practices, and participate in applicable EH&S committees or programs.
- Motivate and develop employees, foster ownership, and support the delivery of safety, quality, delivery, and cost commitments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off and holidays
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation may be available depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.
- Professional development opportunities, including company-paid certifications, training, continuing education, mentorship, leadership pathways, and high-impact projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
