SpaceX · 3 months ago
Chemical Production Supervisor (Starlink PCB)
Bastrop, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSpaceX is a company dedicated to developing technologies for human exploration of space, particularly through its Starlink satellite internet system. The role of Chemical Production Supervisor involves managing teams to produce user terminals while ensuring product quality and efficiency in the production process.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Coordinate and steer the collective efforts of electronics production associates
Enforce area standards and run rules (includes bi-annual reviews and disciplinary action)
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 community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing, production, or logistics environment in lieu of degree
1+ years of experience directly leading a team or project
Must be available to work one of the following shifts: B shift: Thursday - Saturday, every other Wednesday (5am-5pm) or D shift: Thursday - Saturday, every other Wednesday (5pm-5am)
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. unassisted
Ability stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
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
Experience with PCB manufacturing processes including copper electroplating, chemical etching, water treatment, automated laser and mechanical drilling, PCB layup and lamination and/or plasma etching systems in a production setting
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 programs
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$11.78BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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