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SpaceX · 1 day ago

Supervisor, Gateway Production (Starlink) – 2nd Shift

Woodinville, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $135K/yr

4+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Supervisor of Gateway Production will lead a team responsible for the assembly and testing of ground station antennas, driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and operations.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage an hourly workforce by assessing employee performance, providing positive/constructive feedback, facilitating conflict resolution, and addressing repeat issues with corrective actions, performance improvement plans or through disciplinary means

Lead by setting an example; take feedback from all levels of the organization, and motivate your organization to achieve the highest level of results (in safety, quality, and rate)

Provide mentorship to team, and assist with design decisions, project strategies and technical problems

Establish and analyze area metrics to drive:

Personnel training and development

Optimization of product flow through the factory

Efficiency improvement projects

Identification and elimination of defects within the area value stream

Reduction of downtime for product and personnel

Independently perform hands-on assembly of hardware components and test when required

Own test lab operations, including scheduling, preventative maintenance, and first-pass troubleshooting

Develop innovative solutions for defective hardware by troubleshooting and processing

Monitor and approve employee timekeeping records

Qualification

Manufacturing experienceLean/Six Sigma certificationTeam leadershipMechanical assemblyElectro-mechanical assemblyDesign for manufacturabilityTroubleshootingFast-paced productionMicrosoft OfficeContinuous improvement

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Bachelor's degree; or 4+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment

1+ years of experience leading a team or project

Available to work 2nd shift hours: Monday-Friday 4:30 PM - 2:45 AM

Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Preferred

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or a test environment

2+ years of working hands-on with safety-critical systems, mechanical assemblies or heavy equipment

2+ years of professional experience leading a team

Bachelor's degree

Experience rapidly hiring, training, and stabilizing large production teams

Lean/Six Sigma certification or equivalent

Experience with lean manufacturing training, lean manufacturing principles, and efficiency methods

Experience in fast-paced production environment

Experience with harnessing, electro-mechanical assembly, and prototype development

Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation

Strong understanding of design for manufacturability proficiency including: Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis

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

Proficient with computers, the ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment