If you have a keen eye for the big picture, excellent production skills, and enjoy working collaboratively, we may have the perfect role for you! As a Production Supervisor, you will be using your skills and expertise to oversee employees who put together component parts to make assemblies, subassemblies, packaging, or completed units. You'll be responsible for reviewing our production schedules, material, and manpower resources, assigning employees to maximize our production objectives, informing employees of production and material problems, and resolving problems affecting schedules while maintaining the quality of our products. You'll participate in establishing and modifying our operational methods and processes by recommending changes in materials, equipment, and procedures.Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin and Durham, North Carolina, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space Primary Responsibilities:Responsible for the safety or security of people or propertyProvide leadership, development and direction to non-exempt team(s) with-in Sierra Space Operations/ProductionDriving Culture of Compliance, Innovation and Mission SuccessBuild Resource leader for Vertical Integrated Build TeamExceeding corresponding goals (TRIR, CoPQ, Cost, On-time Delivery)Utilization of management of change process within R&D/Production EnvironmentResponsible for machine maintenance and efficiency changes to production processesMust-haves:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field of studyRelevant work experience may substitute for required education.Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publicationsExperience with corrective action planningPrevious management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competenceExperience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environmentThorough understanding and experience with the practical application of manufacturing principlesPreferred:Excellent Communication SkillsExtensive experience in manufacturing within aerospace3-5 years of experience in structures, fabrication and machine maintenanceStrong project oversight experience of complex projectsBackground in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military IMPORTANT NOTICE:To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services. Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and stepsFrequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterityFrequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception and telling the difference between colorsFrequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumesRarely lifting or carrying up to 35 lbs.Working Conditions:Occasionally exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materialsFrequently exposed to loud noisesSafety Sensitive Position:Responsible for the safety or security of people or propertyInspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materialsInspects structures, equipment or vehiclesOperate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machineryReferral Bonus:$1,500Estimated Starting Salary Range: $79,264.96 - $108,989.32Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.
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