Shift Leader - A Shift

BLUE ORIGIN•West Melbourne, FL

About The Position

As the shift leader of a team of precision cleaning technicians, you will set technical direction and develop team members to support current and future program needs. You will be responsible for the employee lifecycle, including hiring, performance management, training, and providing tools for career development. You will help improve technical processes, best practices, and tool development in chemical corrosion processing, equipment operation, and hardware development cycles. This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance, as well as Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across Blue Origin facilities. The role supports safe human spaceflight and requires working safely in a chemical processing environment with hazardous materials. Regular overtime is expected in alignment with department needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of leadership experience.
At least 3 years of experience in precision cleaning or field operations.
Experience with root cause and corrective action analysis.
Advanced computer skills, such as ERP/MRP, scheduling software (MS Project, P6, etc.), SQL/Python, Microsoft Office Suite, or generative AI.
Ability to use KPIs to take action that improves performance.
Strong communication skills and a strong customer focus.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Clear understanding of production versus development environments.
Familiarity with precision cleaning processes such as gross cleaning, verification, field cleaning operations, and industry specifics.
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
Strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work in small, restricted areas.
Ability to work at heights on work stands and in lifts.
Ability to perform repetitive work.
Ability to set a high hiring bar while evaluating and hiring top talent.
Must meet the stated export-control eligibility: U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Experience with gross cleaning, precision cleaning, confined space, equipment maintenance, hydro testing, or field cleaning procedures.
Knowledge of hazardous material handling and EHS regulations.
Overhead crane operation and rigging for large aerospace components.
Tooling and fixture design experience.
5S, Lean Manufacturing, or Kaizen experience.
Knowledge of installation and assembly tolerances.
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight-critical hardware.

Responsibilities

Lead precision cleaning technician personnel in day-to-day operations.
Execute schedules and make informed scheduling decisions using tradeoff and capacity analyses.
Review and create metrics to gauge technician performance and schedule adherence.
Conduct data-driven performance reviews.
Establish workstation assignments, employee training, overtime assignments, and coverage for absent employees.
Maintain and communicate precision cleaning facility schedule status to meet customer expectations.
Provide first-level escalation support for employee HR issues, including employee relations, workers’ compensation, disciplinary actions, timecards, and PTO requests.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities and implement changes to improve processes and reduce cycle and setup times.
Maintain precision cleaning facility programs, including 5S, Lean, cleaning, and safety.
Ensure team members follow work instructions, quality requirements, chemical handling procedures, and EHS requirements.
Ensure accurate recording of chemical processing technician staff data, including clock-in and clock-out activities.
Provide ongoing training and skills development, and mentor early-career team members.
Ensure production start-up readiness, including chemical bath preparation and monitoring.
Maintain facility organization, safety, and cleanliness.
Support design for manufacturing and provide job planning estimates.
Conduct interviews, evaluate talent, and provide hiring recommendations.
Work safely within a chemical processing environment with hazardous materials.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Employees may be eligible for bonuses depending on role type and job level; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.