Supervisor, Manufacturing

Saab•Grayling, MI

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Saab, Inc. is preparing to begin manufacturing operations in Grayling, Michigan, and is seeking a Production Supervisor. The role is an integral link among manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, facilities, safety, and quality teams at the Grayling site. The supervisor leads daily munitions assembly operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements, while optimizing advanced manufacturing processes, productivity, and resource use. The role also develops and holds team members accountable, maintains a collaborative and high-performing team culture, and supports recruiting, onboarding, and training. The supervisor reports to the Production Manager and performs other duties as assigned. This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Candidates must also pass a pre-employment drug screen. The stated compensation range is $80,900–$101,100; offers may take into account role responsibilities, location, market and business considerations, and candidates’ experience, skills, and education or training.

Requirements

Five years of demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience in a production environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and align teams to achieve organizational goals.
Proven leadership skills, including leading by example, motivating teams, and building positive, productive working relationships.
Flexibility to work varying schedules, including overtime or alternate shifts, as needed to support production demands and customer commitments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience in a munitions manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Experience in advanced manufacturing is preferred.
An associate or bachelor’s degree in advanced manufacturing, Aeronautics, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
Experience using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead daily munitions assembly operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Communicate daily production objectives, priorities, and performance expectations to the production team.
Monitor production activities and provide management with regular operational performance updates.
Ensure efficient advanced manufacturing processes while optimizing productivity and resource utilization.
Demonstrate and promote Saab’s core values of Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support.
Foster a positive, collaborative, high-performing team culture.
Coach, mentor, and develop team members through training, feedback, and performance management.
Hold employees accountable for established work processes, procedures, and workplace expectations.
Empower teams to meet key performance indicators and support business objectives.
Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of production team members.
Monitor work quality to ensure products meet customer and company standards.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, Foreign Object Debris prevention practices, and local work rules.
Champion the Saab 6S program by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.
Collaborate with production leadership, cross-functional teams, and support departments to resolve issues and improve performance.
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Review, approve, and manage employee timekeeping and attendance records daily and weekly.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Production Manager.