Cell Leader / Supervisor

Date Posted:

2026-07-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

• Providing direction to employees. 
• Leading employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts. 
• Perform daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication, and execution with support group members. 
• Establish work schedules and monthly delivery plans considering resource availability that align with customer needs and satisfy financial obligations. 
• Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes. 
• Achieve target performance levels through disciplined execution of the Standard Production System (SPS) including but not limited to: 
• Tiered accountability 
• Visual management system(s) 
• Leader Standard Work 
• Demonstrate clear focus on accountability to daily results, rapid identification of root cause and effective implementation of corrective actions 
• Drive development of a strong problem-solving culture, through application of tools 
• Champion sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system’s various elements 
• Communicate to peers requirements at supporting process to ensure smooth process flow. 
• Hold employees accountable while maintaining a key working relationship. 
• Drive World-class safety culture is maintained and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly. 
• Control quality, productivity, and process flow to meet MRP requirements while ensuring a high level of customer happiness. 
   

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of manufacturing/operations experience OR a Master’s degree with 2+ years of manufacturing/operations experience. 
• 2+ years of leadership experience in an operations or manufacturing setting required. 
• U.S. citizenship required due to government contracts. 
   

Qualifications We Value: 

• Clear, concise and effective communicator. 
• Experience working with all levels of management. 
• Highly self-directed, quick learner, with a strong drive for results. 
• Experience with Continuous Improvement principles (lean manufacturing, ACE/CORE, QCPC, etc.). 
• Consistent track record in team leadership roles. 
• Ability to plan projects and to craft clear written/verbal/analytical/org skills to influence business objectives. 
• Computer proficiency in Excel a plus​.

What We Offer:

• This position offers a shift differential while working on 2nd Shift / Weekend Night Shift

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 

• Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave 

• 401(k) match 

• Flexible spending accounts 

• Employee assistance program 

• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!) 

• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance