Production Supervisor
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Production Management · Manufacturing Engineering · Logistics Management
In short
Saab is seeking a Production Supervisor for its advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, IN, to oversee daily air structure manufacturing operations for the T-7A Red Hawk military trainer. This role requires strong leadership to drive production goals, mentor teams, and implement continuous improvement initiatives while upholding company values and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead daily air structure manufacturing operations.
- Communicate and drive daily production goals.
- Report on structural assembly operations.
- Ensure efficient daily operations.
- Uphold company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support.
- Champion a positive and high-performance work culture.
- Mentor the team and provide training and coaching.
- Drive employee accountability to work processes and rules.
- Empower work teams to align with production KPIs and business goals.
- Facilitate recruiting, selection, and training of new team members.
- Monitor work quality to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Adhere to company policies, including safety, quality, and FOD prevention.
- Implement continuous improvement action plans.
- Oversee and approve work hours for the production team.
Requirements
- 10+ years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 5+ years of proven supervisory/people leadership experience.
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Experience using MES and ERP systems.
- Proven ability to work effectively across departments and align on goals.
- Ability to lead by example and build positive work relationships.
- Experience driving performance and behavioral accountability.
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident, or protected individual.
Desired Qualifications
- AS or BS degree in Operations Management, Advanced Manufacturing, Aeronautics, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in advanced manufacturing is a plus.
- Experience within the aerospace industry is strongly preferred.
- Experience in an AS9100 or ISO environment is desirable.
- Availability to work a flexible/extended schedule as needed.
- Adherence to the Saab 6S program and maintaining a clean environment.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
- Wellness and employee assistance resources.
- Employee stock purchase opportunities.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Competitive wages.
- Work-life balance.
- Business casual atmosphere.
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Company
Saab
Job Posted
1 month ago
Expires
in 1 month
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
West Lafayette, United States of America
Qualification
Bachelor
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