Manufacturing Supervisor - Nights

FMI | solutions for the most extreme places in the universe

FMI's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon/Carbon (C/C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as: thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles. 

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles. 

Your role: FMI is seeking a goal oriented and experienced team leader for our Manufacturing Supervisor position. As the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be primarily responsible for providing leadership and strategic alignment for the production area on the night shift. You will have the opportunity to direct the overall activities of the manufacturing area, optimizing resources to maximize operations and contribute to business profitability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises department including determination of work schedules and priorities, performance evaluation, training and cross training opportunities, administration of disciplinary actions, hiring, terminations
• Executes production schedule as defined by production planning
• Support schedule compliance, lead, and cycle times
• Administers the HSEP program for the department and/or manufacturing area; accountable for compliance with and enforcement of all corporate and regulatory HSEP standards and procedures
• Implements and adheres to the Quality System
• Act as a coach and leader with team members
• Solicit and facilitate input from team members
• Develops and/or revises standard operational and working practices; Monitors department workers to ensure compliance with standards
• Resolves operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
• Manages and approves time and attendance
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves data and analyzes production data for continuous improvement
• Believe and advocate for Continuous Improvement; actively participate in team’s continuous improvement Lean 6S/Kaizen events
• Determines root causes to problems and develops tangible corrective actions
• Completes action/projects on timely manner
• Drives Continuous Improvement via metrics
• Readily communicate with all in an open and respectful manner
• May be asked to handle hazardous waste per hazardous waste procedures
• Expected to participate in Lean activities
• Expected to maintain all housekeeping items and follow all housekeeping procedures
• Expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

What we need from you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or related field and/or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment in Supervisor or Manager role
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in a team based organization
• A strong sense of urgency with a “get the job done” attitude
• A strong customer focus (internal and external)
• Must have the ability to read, interpret and execute technical instructions, procedures, drawings, manuals, work orders and travelers, as well as document-applied processes
• Experience in performance management, effective coaching and leading a team
• Understanding of manufacturing supply chain systems and shop floor control
• Understands basic OSHA compliance laws
• Ability to deep dive/root cause/corrective action and implementation of solutions

What you'll get from us:

• 16 ETO days
• 12 paid holidays (including Winter Closure!)
• Medical / Dental / Vision Effective on Day 1
• 401k Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• The anticipated salary for this position is $80,000-$100,000 dependent on experience