Unusual Machines · 19 hours ago
Build Supervisor
Orlovista, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelUnusual Machines is a growing manufacturing company seeking a Build Supervisor to lead and execute build operations. The role involves overseeing production flow, managing staff, and ensuring quality and safety goals are met while adapting to evolving processes.
AerospaceDrone ManagementDronesMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all first-shift production activities to meet daily output, quality, and efficiency targets
Assign workstations and balance labor based on production schedules and skill sets
Monitor workflow, throughput, and bottlenecks; take immediate corrective action when issues arise
Review production schedules and align daily goals with broader operational priorities
Track and report production metrics, scrap, rework, and downtime
Coordinate inventory movement related to production needs, including adding and removing SKUs
Ensure accurate tracking of materials, work-in-process, and finished goods
Maintain daily scrap inventory tallies and collaborate on reduction initiatives
Supervise, coach, and develop hourly production staff
Approve timecards, PTO requests, and shift coverage
Address attendance, performance, and conduct issues promptly
Partner with HR on investigations and corrective actions
Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and company policies
Reinforce proper use of tools, equipment, and ESD-safe practices
Conduct floor walks to identify safety risks and quality issues
Serve as primary point of contact for first-shift operations
Communicate production status and staffing updates to leadership
Coordinate with sales, logistics, and inventory teams
Partner cross-functionally to support product launches and production readiness
Define the structure, roles, and operating model of the procurement organization
Develop procurement metrics and reporting to support margin and cost objectives
Qualification
Required
Prior supervisory experience in manufacturing or production
Strong understanding of production workflows and scheduling
Ability to lead, coach, and hold teams accountable
Comfort handling employee relations matters
Company
Unusual Machines
Unusual Machines is a drone technology developer that designs and manufactures ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots.
Founded in 2019
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$164.87M2025-10-01Post Ipo Equity· $72.14M
2025-07-14Post Ipo Equity· $48.5M
2025-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $40M
Leadership Team
Allan Evans
Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Camden
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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