Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

 

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

 

Please note: This position will be filled on 2nd shift schedule that is typically from 2:00pm - 10:30pm, Monday - Friday, weekends/holidays if required.

 

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

The Production Supervisor will provide direction and assistance to work group to meet assigned objectives. You will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning. You will be required to engage other support teams with clear problem statements and initiate the communication to work the problems.

 

What YOU will do:

• Coordinate and provide technical, quality, and production leadership to assigned Cells / Teams to meet safety, quality, schedule and cost goals

• Provide ongoing support in scheduling resources, technical leadership and facilitating the flow of hardware to meet customer requirements

• Support process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, improve inventory turns and reduce manufacturing losses

• Gather data and report out on metrics on the areas you are responsible for

• Direct the activities of a union hourly team within the cell(s) and participate in cell / team activities to meet identified goals

• Perform administrative duties to support the business, including timecards, labor vouchers, self-audits, absence reviews, and missing time corrections, etc.

• Assist Product Group Leader in coaching and counseling employees regarding individual performance and development needs

• Practice sound human relations and communications skills to mentor and motivate the team in safety, quality and productivity improvements

• Review production orders and implement production schedules

 

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college and 5 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience; OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership or supervisor experience. Previous experience in production/manufacturing environment is desirable.

 

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college is preferred

• Strong team building skills; ability to counsel and motivate workforce

• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability and willingness to successfully manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to anticipate customer needs and ensure that they are met

• Strong oral and written communication skills

 

 

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