Production Development Supervisor; 2nd Shift

Production Development Supervisor (2nd Shift)

We are partnering with a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing organization that is developing and scaling next-generation production technologies for highly complex metal components used in demanding aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. The company operates in a fast-paced environment where engineering, manufacturing, and operations work closely together to bring innovative products from development into full-scale production.

As a Production Development Supervisor
, you will serve as a key leader at the intersection of manufacturing operations and process development. You will lead a team of technicians, machinists, and manufacturing personnel while driving process improvements, operational excellence, and production readiness. This role combines people leadership, hands‑on manufacturing expertise, and continuous improvement responsibilities in a dynamic production environment.

• Lead and supervise a team of technicians, machinists, and manufacturing personnel supporting complex production and post‑processing operations.
• Establish daily and weekly priorities to meet production schedules while adapting to changing business needs.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, training, and performance feedback to support employee development and career growth.
• Develop, document, standardise, and continuously improve manufacturing and production processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to resolve production challenges and improve throughput, quality, and reliability.
• Identify process gaps, execute improvement initiatives, and implement validated solutions.
• Monitor operational metrics and communicate performance, risks, and corrective actions to leadership.
• Maintain a safe, organised, and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Support equipment qualification, calibration programmes, and preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience leading teams within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven ability to develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Strong organisational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

• Leadership development programme experience (GE OMLP or similar manufacturing leadership programmes preferred).
• Experience supervising technicians or production personnel in high‑volume or highly complex manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Design of Experiments (DOE), or similar methodologies.
• Familiarity with production KPIs such as OEE, first‑pass yield, throughput, and productivity metrics.
• Strong project management and prioritisation capabilities.
• Experience creating and maintaining detailed process documentation and work instructions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving manufacturing environment and support off‑shift or overtime requirements when necessary.

• 2nd Shift
• Full‑time, on‑site position
• Flexibility to support business‑critical production milestones as needed

• Competitive base salary: $95,000 - $130,000+ DOE
  , plus shift differential
• Equity participation opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) programme
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to join a rapidly scaling advanced manufacturing organisation developing industry‑changing technology