Job Abstract

SUPERVISOR, PRODUCTION (F9 SUBASSEMBLY)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise shop floor activity, including daily schedules and workflow
• Resolve nonconformance issues including documentation of associated rework
• Lead and manage a staff of 15+ technicians including all performance management related tasks
• Review work instructions, and make change recommendations when needed
• Assess and vet the appropriate skillset needed; identify training needs, and develop training programs
• Provide required data and reporting to support departmental metrics and improvement objectives
• Monitor labor hours and overtime, and implement improvement plans and time management with staff
• Accomplish production results by communicating job expectations including planning, monitoring, and appraising job results
• Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
• Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between shifts and other departments
• Perform production risk identification and mitigation
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory
• Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement
• Continuously improve process and manpower efficiency, utilization, and productivity

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in the manufacturing of structures
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
• Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
• Lean/six sigma green belt certification or equivalent
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
• Safety training and/or safety certifications
• Lean manufacturing training and experience
• Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation
• Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles and efficiency methods
• Demonstrated record of high-performance (rated 4/4 or above in previous review cycles)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work 1st split shift (8am - 6pm)
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time – 8 hours minimum
• Must be able to travel for short and extended trips as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Production Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.