Production Supervisor (Formed Structures) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (FORMED STRUCTURES) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise shop floor activity, including daily schedules and workflow
• Resolve nonconformance issues including documentation of associated rework
• Lead and manage a staff of ~30 technicians including all performance management related tasks
• Review work instructions and make change recommendations when needed
• Responsible for assessing and vetting the appropriate skillset needed
• Identify training needs and developing training programs
• Provide required data & 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; planning, monitoring, appraising job results
• Maintain work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment
• Develop and Implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
• Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• 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 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/testing environment
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
• 3+ years of experience in the manufacturing of aerospace hardware
• Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
• Safety training and/or safety certifications
• Lean manufacturing training and experience
• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving the total cost equation
• Experience solving manufacturing problems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel - up to 5% travel
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting up to 25 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing to work 2nd shift (M-F, 3PM - 2AM)

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.   

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resi