Test Cell Production Supervisor

GE Aerospace • Arkansas City, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Test Cell Production Supervisor leads and engages employees and leads daily management to drive sustainable, continuous improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and meeting Production Plan goals. Effectively facilitates through conflict to ensure listening and adherence and support differences of opinions. Champions an environment of teamwork, problem solving, and engagement. Effectively communicates requirements using a team approach to accomplish goals and objectives of the business. Executes standard operational/technical tasks while utilizing FLIGHT DECK and Daily Management practices. Supports development and execution of training programs implemented through standard work practices. Willing to learn and use continuous improvement tools and methodologies. Job Title: Test Cell Production Supervisor Company Intro/About Us: GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and systems for commercial and military aircraft. With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to shaping the future of flight, GE Aerospace is a place where you can make a meaningful impact. Our team is driven by a shared passion for excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At GE Aerospace, safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) are our guiding principles, with safety always being the top priority. Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview: If you want to be part of something special, consider a career opportunity at our advanced technology engine services overhaul facility. Here, employees are helping to restore commercial and military jet engines to their fullest functionality, efficiency, and performance. We have experienced teams working in plasma, frame and wire spraying, polyurethane and sermetel painting as well as heat treating, brazing, and TIG welding operations. In addition to comprehensive internal engine repair/overhaul, we also operate a world- class evaluation and testing facility that’s FEDEC capable. Role Overview: As a Test Cell Production Supervisor, you will lead and oversee front-line manufacturing employees, ensuring production goals, site objectives, and customer requirements are met. This role is on−site and involves strategic planning, team development, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your leadership will directly contribute to GE Aerospace’s mission of delivering high-quality products and services. Closing: At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. #LI-MO1 This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional Information GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of relevant experience).
• Advanced experience in manufacturing and production supervision.
• In-depth knowledge of technical disciplines and the ability to integrate team efforts with broader organizational goals.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing or repair & overhaul environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Experience with GE Flight Deck, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies.
• Repairman certificate or Airframe/Powerplant License.
• Engineering or Quality experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership on the shop floor, fostering an environment of learning and problem-solving.
• Build productive relationships and influence decision-making across all levels of the business.
• Collaborate effectively with teams to achieve common objectives and align daily employee expectations.
• Manage timekeeping, track and approve overtime (OT) and paid time off (PTO), and strategically plan production coverage.
• Develop team members through coaching conversations and follow-ups, supporting their growth and success.
• Solve production issues by leveraging cross-training and maximizing coverage for PTO needs.
• Ensure business goals, site goals, customer requirements, and production plans are achieved.

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees