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Production Supervisor

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General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

Reference number

2025-157572

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Mechanical assembly

Job title

Production Supervisor

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Northwest Aerospace Technologies ("NAT"), a Safran Company, is the only EASA DOA Certified aircraft interior reconfiguration group in the United States. Focusing on commercial and military aircrafts, NAT provides first class services in design, engineering, quality, certification, and manufacturing for a variety of Blue Chip customers.

The Production Supervisor partners with the production manager to lead, teach, coach and mentor operations personnel. This role leads 2 - 10 employees in the production process.

The Supervisor will promote lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes, and is expected to build and fabricate parts while also maintaining their leadership responsibilities of the team. Additionally, the Production Supervisor will support the following:

Assumes responsibility for the development and implementation of effective production Department planning, policies, and procedures:

• Assists Production Manager in developing short and long term goals and objectives and provides suggestions and recommendations.

• Participates in developing Department policies and procedures and ensures that they support and complement Company-wide strategic objectives.

• Conducts periodic reviews of existing policies. Ensures that policies are updated and in accordance with evolving production and quality standards.

Assumes responsibility for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of Production functions:

• Build, Fabricate and Repair parts. Build first article and initial production runs of highest complexity parts.

• Oversees production and assembly processes. Supervises assembly, inspection, and shipment of products.

• Monitors and supervises production quality, and inspection of products. Identifies problems and resolves them quickly and effectively.

• Regulates work flow to ensure maximum production capacity. Monitors the floor production schedule to ensure that products are completed according to deadlines.

• Ensures that Production functions are completed in accordance with established production, safety, and quality standards.

Effectively supervises assigned personnel, ensuring optimal performance:

• Provides leadership through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication.

• Directs and assigns personnel. Provides assistance and support as needed.

• Trains, advises, and counsels employees on current production methods. Provides suggestions to improve performance and productivity.

• Provides input on personnel decisions, performance appraisals

Effective communication, coordination, and working relations with Company personnel and management:

• Provides input and feedback to implement changes and revisions in operational procedures and improve DFMA

• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

• Supports feedback into Make/Buy decisions

• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.

Discover Safran Cabin through our videos: Safran Cabin (safran-group.com)

• Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.

• Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.

• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub – Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!

Candidate skills & requirements

At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Team oriented

• Process focused

• Open & honest communication

• Quality minded

• Ability to persevere and honor commitments

• Recognizes success

• Executes with urgency

• Creates solutions

• Customer focused in everything we do

Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience (+2 years)

Knowledge: Strong understanding of production procedures, standards and

knowledge of Quality Control Standards and systems.

Experience: 3 or more years of experience in manufacturing environment, plus minimum of 1 year of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

Computer Skill: Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, email, ERP system.

Other Skills: Well organized, planning and time management skills, quality oriented, problem solving. Ability to lead teams, conduct meetings, give direction/delegate, and train/coach/mentor employees.

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)

• Bachelor's degree

• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• 3 or more years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Annual salary

USD $55,410 - $87,070 or USD $26.64/hr - $41.86/hr

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Washington, Everett

City (-ies)

Everett

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Associate Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years