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SpaceX · 1 day ago

Production Supervisor, Injection Molding (Starlink) - 2nd Shift

Bastrop, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, including a low latency, broadband internet system called Starlink. The Starlink Production Supervisor will manage large teams to produce consumer-facing electronic devices, ensuring product quality and efficiency while coordinating efforts with manufacturing and design engineers.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Optimization of product flow through the factory

Root cause analysis and the implementation of 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

Injection moldingTroubleshootingTeam leadershipLean manufacturingSix Sigma certificationRobotics knowledgePCBA assemblyComputer proficiencyAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment

1+ years of experience leading a team or project

Must be available for 2nd shift (5 PM to 5:30 AM)

Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Able to travel for business trips as needed (up to 70%) to Hawthorne, CA for initial training (3-4 months) and up to 10% on an ongoing basis

Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted

Ability to 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

5+ years plastic injection molding experience in a production environment

Strong skills in troubleshooting with scientific, Paulson, or RJG processes

Comprehensive knowledge and thorough understanding of robotics and auxiliary equipment used with plastics injection molding machines

Experience of multi-shot molding, automated color blending, and central material drying system

5+ years of experience with highly automated injection molding cells

5+ years molding experience with Engel brand machines

Lean manufacturing training and experience

Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation

Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles, 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 production environment with flight quality hardware

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