Production/Assembly Supervisor II

Company: GENERAL ATOMICS
Location: San Diego
Posted on: November 23, 2021

Job Description:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

This position is responsible for managing production and developmental programs for GA-ASI. Develops and manages activities for the manufacturing and assembling of Cable and Harness Assemblies. Establishes operating policies and procedures and interprets, executes and recommends modifications to organizational policies. Coordinates day to day activities of the production process, including personnel supervision, training, work assignments, and coordination of the product flow through the production and final assembly phases.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to encourage teamwork and positive attitudes to establish a positive working environment.
• Maintain and improve morale and cohesiveness of group.
• Supervises production and assembly staff in various locations through all phases of production.
• Offers guidance and coaching to manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinates the building of cable assembly needed for the production process.
• Must have participated in Lean Manufacturing activities and events.
• Leads or participates with teams to improve working environment and product throughput; and most importantly raise the level of awareness for lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Manages and participates in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources. Assigns, directs and reviews the work of employees.
• Represents the production and assembly group with planning, test, quality, production control and engineering staff; represents the group with outside vendors and customers regarding projects, operations, scheduling and contractual requirements.
• Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information such as material to be used, type and sequence of operations required; ensures adequate usage and supply of all production materials and tooling.
• Interprets, executes and recommends plans, policies, procedures and schedules; seeks methods to improve product quality, repeatability and efficiency; schedules and coordinates work assignments; ensures accurate time charging.
• Participates in the development of over-all objectives and long term goals of the group.
• Implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product; develops and oversees changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the departments.
• Oversees configuration changes in the product and supports field upgrades and operations.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work and lead the workplace in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Provides mentoring, guidance and coaching.
• Be able to Monitor employee performance to quality levels and performance standards.
• ?Must have strong communication skills and be able to notify management of production needs, concerns and opportunities.
• Must be able to prepare and deliver presentations to Senior Leadership.We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
  Job Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a bachelor's degree and nine or more years of progressive professional experience in a related technical field with at least three of those years in a supervisory capacity. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Must demonstrate an extensive technical understanding of production and assembly concepts and practices, with the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads and staff to meet established milestones.
  • Must be customer focused and possess:
    • Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex matters of diverse scope and nature.
    • Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including management and outside representatives.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees and external representatives.
    • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
    • Ability to represent the company on external projects.
    • Strong computer skills.
    • Ability to work extended hours and travel is required.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Security Clearance.

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