Blue Origin · 18 hours ago
Production Shift Leader - Tanks 2nd Shift
Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking a Production Shift Leader to supervise technicians and coordinate with various team members in the manufacturing of fuel tanks for orbital launch vehicles.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Build and lead a high-performing team, assembling large aerospace primary structures and/or integrating systems
Guide teammates and ensure that each person has everything necessary to succeed
Champion continued learning and growth to attract, develop, and retain great people
Conduct regular check-ins to ensure team member performance, fulfillment, and growth
Author job descriptions, screen candidates, and conduct interviews. Make hiring recommendations
Develop and implement process, efficiency, and safety improvements
Prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
Qualification
Required
Must be able to work 2nd shift - 2nd shift hours are M-Th 16:00-02:30
Passion. This role requires a ton of energy and resilience. Bring it. Let's make history together
Experience as a “front line” leader, working directly with individual contributors in various roles
Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with constantly evolving roles and responsibilities - to make it all happen - step by step, ferociously
Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately - in writing, in person, and via video calls
Digital literacy
Bachelors degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Management, Business, etc.) or equivalent directly related years of professional experience
Work wherever, whenever, however best to help your team succeed. This will include extended hours and weekends when vital. Occasional remote work and/or flexible schedule is available when possible
Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission. We all fly together!
Preferred
Proficiency in interpreting engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and coordination skills
Continuous improvement mentality. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving
Curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it
Lean certification
Advanced degree, certification, and/or equivalent training
Experience in new product introduction
Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment
Experience in Aerospace/Launch vehicles
Experience in assembly, integration, and handling of large products
Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures
Experience in integrating systems
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
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