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Manufacturing Operations Supervisor 1st Shift

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Burnsville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jan 2026
💰 $131,100/yr($68,900/yr$131,100/yr)

About the role

Date Posted:

2026-01-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMN01: S&IS (Sensors) - Burnsville 14300 Judicial Rd, Burnsville, MN, 55306 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace. 

This leadership position is critical to the success of our manufacturing operations team. As a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor you will make an impact. 

  • You will lead and motivate a team of professionals setting goals and driving achievement.  

  • You will own and optimize cell productivity, guide scheduling & sequencing of work, and foster a collaborative, achievement driven environment.  

  • You will approach each day with a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities for innovations optimizing production.  

  • You will utilize active listening, critical thinking, and effective problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues while working under pressure.  

  • You will be a culture champion for the team focused on individual development and team success.    

  • Well-developed organizational and time management skills along with the ability to effectively prioritize and allocate resources are foundational for success in this role. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

  • Ensure all quality related items for multiple cells or a complex cell are complete and documented to meet established quality standards.  

  • Guide cost reduction and process improvement in multiple cells or a complex cell to ensure efficiency of operations and cost effectiveness.  

  • Plan and execute scheduling for multiple cells or a complex cell to meet production schedules.  

  • Guide the sequencing of work, such as build and delivery, for multiple cells or a complex cell to optimize productivity.  

  • Facilitate activities for materials and logistics problem resolution for multiple cells or a complex cell to ensure availability of materials and smooth operations.  

  • Guide production innovation, including additive manufacturing, for multiple cells or a complex cell to enhance production capabilities.  

  • Collaborate with customers to understand customer needs and issues and ensure that the customers receive satisfactory standards of service.  

  • Ensure all employees have a safety-first mindset and are adhering to EH&S policies. 

  • Execute production plan in line with the MPS (Master Production Schedule) to achieve on time delivery, hours, and efficiency commitments.  

  • Real time problem resolution and troubleshooting issues as they arise without the direction of management.  

  • Effectively manage resource requirements in line with capacity models and demand rates  

  • Pulse survey participation, listening to feedback and driving improvement actions.  

  • Lead and conducts meetings / reviews and prepares information to communicate the status of the programs to internal and external customers. 

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE: 

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience with specialized knowledge of technical or operational practices or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience. 

  • 2+ years of manufacturing leadership experience. 

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:  

  • LEAN certification. 

  • SAP proficiency.  

  • Collaborative leadership behaviors that emphasize high goal setting, team empowerment and providing support.  

  • Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and

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