Aerospace Production Supervisor

PPG’s Aerospace Business is hiring a Production Supervisor to work onsite in Sylmar, California. The function of the Production Supervisor is to support the PPG corporate initiative to accomplish the goals of the business unit. This will be done by developing and maintaining daily production activities, supervision of staff, and ensuring lean manufacturing principles are implemented. This position reports to the Production Manager.

• Supervises production employees in the fabrication and processing of Aerospace Transparency material and parts.
• Ensure the department staff has all tools and resources necessary, and executes daily production targets, driving productivity goals and engagement.
• Responsible for 5S initiatives by identifying and eliminating waste in all phases of production process.
• Reviews, counsels, evaluates, and disciplines employees as necessary.
• Monitors and controls cost of manufacturing, including material usage and overtime.
• Works as a team with functional area supervisors and managers to exceed objectives and meet customer requirements of quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance.
• Successfully run the manufacturing floor while maintaining a safe environment, meeting critical KPIs while driving engagement.

• Only US Citizens, Green card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a secret clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 2+ years of leadership experience.
• High school diploma and 5+ years of leadership experience required.
• Aerospace industry experience preferred.
• Green belt certification.
• Familiarity with AS9100, lean manufacturing principles, and kaizen events.

The base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 7% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location, which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well‑being of our employees.

Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.