General Atomics Aeronautical Systems ยท 5 months ago
Production/Assembly Supervisor II
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. The Production/Assembly Supervisor II role involves overseeing the manufacturing and assembly processes, supervising personnel, and coordinating production activities to ensure efficiency and quality.
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Responsibilities
Supervises assemblers and technicians in various locations through all phases of production in accordance with established schedules
Offers guidance and coaching to manufacturing personnel
Oversees the design and building of tooling needed for the production process
Examines defective equipment to determine cause of malfunction and reports need for repairs
Assists test department with expeditious turnaround of repairs as required
Assists engineering staff to resolve design and documentation issues
Interfaces with planning personnel in the generation of process flows, as well as with quality assurance personnel
Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required
Monitors usage and supply of all production materials and tooling; reorders when necessary
Interfaces with production control to help prevent material and equipment shortages
Formulates and recommends plans, policies, procedures and schedules for the section
Seeks methods to improve product quality, repeatability and efficiency
Schedules and coordinates work assignments. Ensures accurate time charging. Inspects work in progress and finished products
Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product
Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the departments
Implements configuration changes in the product and supports field upgrades and operations
May interface with outside vendors and sales representatives to stay current on new products and services
May interface with customers to answer questions relating to the product
Participates in hiring, promoting, and training subordinate employees
Assigns, directs and reviews their work
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work and lead the workplace in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and nine or more years of progressive professional experience in a related technical field. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Must demonstrate an extensive technical understanding of production and assembly concepts and practices, with the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads and staff to meet established milestones
Must be customer focused and possess the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex matters of diverse scope and nature
Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including management and outside representatives
Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees and external representatives
The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
The ability to represent the company on external projects
Strong computer skills
The ability to work extended hours and travel is required
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required
Preferred
Clearance Required?: Desired
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
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