Supervisor, Machining (Starship Components) - 2nd Shift
About The Position
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SUPERVISOR, MACHINING (STARSHIP COMPONENTS) - 2ND SHIFT The Hawthorne Starship Machining team machines and delivers parts used in critical applications on Starship/Super Heavy - from regulators and solenoids to butterfly valves. The Supervisor of Starship Machining will guide a team of machinists and deburr technicians to build out a new world-class machine shop, own Starship low-cost high-precision valve parts, drive high safety and quality standards, grow machining expertise, generate creative solutions to overcome issues, and spearhead a production schedule to keep downstream valve assemblies fed at an increasing launch rate.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing role
- Must be able to work 2nd shift: Monday-Friday 2:30PM-11:00PM
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of experience in the role of a CNC machinist
- 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment
- Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams at all levels of the business
- Experience troubleshooting manufacturing operations, especially machining processes
Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of machinists and technicians through daily work assignments, personnel development, and frequent feedback.
- Responsible for recruiting, mentoring, leading, training and supervising up to 25 machinists and technicians
- Track shop floor metrics and partner with engineering to maximize delivery rate through high machine utilization, low cycle time, high yield, and lights-out manufacturing
- Set and maintain a tight production schedule to meet downstream valve assembly demand and efficiently distribute workload to the team
- Ensure employee safety through regular assessments of equipment/tooling health, training, PPE use, and implementation of engineering solutions to mitigate risks.
- Prioritize personnel safety above all else, halting production when necessary
- Support the commissioning of CNCs and cleaning equipment in a new shop.
- Transition parts and programs from prove-out to high-volume production
- Drive shop floor culture of continuous improvement and maintain 5S protocols.
- Manage tooling inventory, cost, and storage
Benefits
- You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.
- You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
- Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
