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Production Supervisor - Assembly & SMT (Starlink)
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What they do
A Manufacturing Production Supervisor supervises workers and production schedules, monitors supplies, and oversees quality assurance at a manufacturing facility or plant.
$64,402 / year median in Texas
+6% projected growth
Job Description
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
- ASSEMBLY & SMT (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate and steer the collective efforts of electronics production associates Enforce company standards, policies, and rules Interface with area leadership and prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals Schedule risk identification and mitigation Coordinate support organization efforts to minimize production interruptions Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications Process non-conforming hardware to efficiently return them to conforming state and normal product flow Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement Optimize product flow through the factory Perform root cause analysis and implement corresponding corrective action plans Identify and eliminate defects within the area value stream Reduce downtime for product and personnel Support efforts to transition product from engineering development to full rate production Review drawings and technical data packages for manufacturability while providing constructive feedback to engineering/design communityBASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing, production, or logistics environment in lieu of degree or 2+ years of experience at SpaceX 1+ years of experience leading a team or projectPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
7+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing, production, or logistics environment 2+ years of experience leading a team or project Lean manufacturing training and experience Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles and efficiency methods Demonstrated ability to read, interpret controlled documentation and processes such as: Cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, GD&T, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis PCBA, harness, electro-mechanical assembly, optical component manufacturing, and prototype development experience Experience preferred in fast-paced consumer electronics production environment Six Sigma certification Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP) and related programsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be available for one of the following shifts (start and end times are approximate): A Shift- 5:00am-5:00pm, Sunday-Wednesday B Shift
- 5:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday-Saturday C Shift
- 5:00pm-5:00am, Sunday-Wednesday D Shift
- 5:00pm-5:00am, Wednesday-Saturday Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed Able to travel for business trips up to 10% on an ongoing basis Ability to lift 25 lbs.