Supervisor, Manufacturing Development Operations

Divergent • Torrance, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.
Purpose
Oversee the Additive Manufacturing Development Technician team and its activities for laser powder bed fusion machine development, assembly, testing, and operation. The AM Development Operations Supervisor ensures assembly and test milestones and goals are met in collaboration with other AM Development teams, collects & provides input regarding introduction of complex electro-mechanical capital equipment.
The Role
Supervise shop floor activities, including daily labor schedules, workflow, training, material and supply management and tracking skills across the technician team matrix.
Lead and manage a team of technicians, handling performance management tasks.
Leads and works with the team of technicians to assemble and test components up to the full system with or with limited or basic documentation or instructions.
The Supervisor will own the shop floor including tool management and 5S standardization.
Resolves issues with the machine in order to maintain progress during build, test, calibration, and printing operations.
Provides feedback regarding the machine design, assembly and operational processes, work instructions, and supporting documentation.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions.
Collaborate with the machine development team to improve machine reliability and performance.
Support RCCA activities to identify root causes of non-conformance issues and implement corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of these issues.

Requirements

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• 7+ years of hands-on build, NPI, or manufacturing experience on the shop floor
• 5+ years of experience leading a team of technicians
• High school diploma
• Ability to use MS software, familiarity using Enterprise Resources Planning tools to manage work orders and business Teamcenter, Jira and Confluence applications.
• Hands-on skills in fabrication, assembly, testing, and rework
• Hand and power tools experience
• Knows best tool, assembly, and rework procedures
• Knows shop floor best practices including 5S
• Troubleshooting experience
• Crane & rigging operations experience
• Skills matrix management
• Ability to meet short-term goals with quality and on schedule
• Ability to manage a team of technicians
• Resourceful
• Ability to accomplish the job by various means with little need for guidance

Nice To Haves

• Experience in L-BPF or industrial capital equipment is a plus
• Experience in NPI development through production lifecycle is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supervise shop floor activities, including daily labor schedules, workflow, training, material and supply management and tracking skills across the technician team matrix.
• Lead and manage a team of technicians, handling performance management tasks.
• Leads and works with the team of technicians to assemble and test components up to the full system with or with limited or basic documentation or instructions.
• The Supervisor will own the shop floor including tool management and 5S standardization.
• Resolves issues with the machine in order to maintain progress during build, test, calibration, and printing operations.
• Provides feedback regarding the machine design, assembly and operational processes, work instructions, and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with the machine development team to improve machine reliability and performance.
• Support RCCA activities to identify root causes of non-conformance issues and implement corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of these issues.

Benefits

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees