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Karman Space & Defense
Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
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What they do
A Production Shift Supervisor oversees employees working on multiple production lines. Assigns tasks and adjusts workloads to meet production goals, schedules and monitors training and assess progress of the employees, monitors production quality and uses leadership skills to solve problems with employees.
$82,304 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.
In this role, you will lead daily production operations to ensure composite manufacturing activities run safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will guide technicians, coordinate workflows, support crossfunctional collaboration, and drive continuous improvement to uphold highquality standards. Your leadership helps maintain smooth operations, optimize processes, and deliver highperformance composite products that meet rigorous aerospace manufacturing requirements.
ResponsibilitiesLeads day-to-day production operations, assigning work, managing priorities, and coordinating resources.
Ensures employees have proper materials, equipment, and support to meet production goals.
Trains and develops technicians, including onboarding, cross-training, and establishing capability objectives.
Evaluates employee performance, provides constructive feedback, and supports performance goal alignment.
Addresses employee issues, supports hiring and termination decisions, and maintains positive team morale.
Ensures safe operation of equipment, schedules maintenance, and trains employees on safety procedures.
Reviews and approves timecards, overtime, and paid time off requests.
Identifies process inefficiencies, recommends improvements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitors production processes, maintains key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepares progress reports.
Ensures compliance with company policies, safety guidelines, and legal requirements.
Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelors degree and 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, or 6+ years of experience in an equivalent role, preferably in manufacturing and composites.
Experience using manufacturing machinery, tools, and composite fabrication equipment.
Proven skills in Microsoft (MS) Office.
Strong organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
Demonstrated problemsolving skills and a resultsdriven approach.
Preferred QualificationsDegree in a technical, engineering, or relevant field.
Special MentionsTravel is not required for this position.
This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time offHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contributionFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Companypaid life and AD&D insuranceShort and longterm disability coverageTuition reimbursementKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. M-F 3:30pm -12am
In this role, you will lead daily production operations to ensure composite manufacturing activities run safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will guide technicians, coordinate workflows, support crossfunctional collaboration, and drive continuous improvement to uphold highquality standards. Your leadership helps maintain smooth operations, optimize processes, and deliver highperformance composite products that meet rigorous aerospace manufacturing requirements.
ResponsibilitiesLeads day-to-day production operations, assigning work, managing priorities, and coordinating resources.
Ensures employees have proper materials, equipment, and support to meet production goals.
Trains and develops technicians, including onboarding, cross-training, and establishing capability objectives.
Evaluates employee performance, provides constructive feedback, and supports performance goal alignment.
Addresses employee issues, supports hiring and termination decisions, and maintains positive team morale.
Ensures safe operation of equipment, schedules maintenance, and trains employees on safety procedures.
Reviews and approves timecards, overtime, and paid time off requests.
Identifies process inefficiencies, recommends improvements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitors production processes, maintains key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepares progress reports.
Ensures compliance with company policies, safety guidelines, and legal requirements.
Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelors degree and 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, or 6+ years of experience in an equivalent role, preferably in manufacturing and composites.
Experience using manufacturing machinery, tools, and composite fabrication equipment.
Proven skills in Microsoft (MS) Office.
Strong organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
Demonstrated problemsolving skills and a resultsdriven approach.
Preferred QualificationsDegree in a technical, engineering, or relevant field.
Special MentionsTravel is not required for this position.
This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time offHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contributionFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Companypaid life and AD&D insuranceShort and longterm disability coverageTuition reimbursementKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. M-F 3:30pm -12am
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance