Supervisor, Production (Merlin Integration) – 2nd Shift

SUPERVISOR, PRODUCTION (MERLIN INTEGRATION) – 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee a team of 15+ technicians performing assembly and fabrication of Merlin engines
• Supervise shop floor activity, schedules, and workflow
• Resolve nonconformance issues with documentation of associated rework
• Review work instructions and make change recommendations when needed
• Assess and vet the appropriate skills necessary for their team
• 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; plan, monitor, and appraise results
• Develop and implement cost-reduction processes and efficiency improvement measures
• Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation 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, or testing environment
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience running kaizen events and coaching team initiatives
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability and failure mode effects analysis
• Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
• Familiarity with using balanced scorecards and data-driven decision-making to drive actions and behaviors
• Safety training and/or safety certifications
• Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast-paced work environments
• Excellent attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available for all shifts, extended hours, and weekends as needed
• 2nd shift hours: Monday – Friday (3:00 PM – 1:30 AM)
• Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:    
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.