At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture.
Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact.
This position is located in Hamilton, Washington State and is looking for applicants for our Swing Shift.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading one or more teams in the execution of all production processes. This position requires understanding of risk assessment and management as it relates to production and safety activities. The primary responsibility of the Production Supervisor is to ensure the assigned work is completed in a timely manner. This includes assigning and explaining daily tasks to technicians; monitoring work progress and compliance with policies and procedures; training and assisting technicians. The Production Supervisor uses judgment independently and makes difficult decisions (i.e., layoffs, disciplinary actions, prioritizing multiple projects, and hiring employees.) The Production Supervisor will work with the Operations Manager and Manufacturing Engineering to improve processes.
The following essential job functions are performed as a Production Supervisor:
General Responsibilities (All Levels & Focus Areas):
- Reviews production work orders, schedules and manages processes to ensure that the product is manufactured in accordance with the documented customer requirements and work instructions
- Manages priorities and work assignments each day that are determined in conjunction with Operations Management
- Supervises a small workforce, while personally maintaining at least 80% billable hours to Projects
- Coordinates all production activities with Hamilton Ops, Hwy 20 Ops, Project Management, and Cell Managers
- Guiding and impacting outcomes, enabling groups of people to work together to accomplish shared objectives.
- Provides training and assistance to cell leads on handling risk management, employee issues, work order issues, CDIs, or other problems or concerns as they arise
- Provides Risk management of facilities and workforce
- Handles all facility-related concerns as they arise and resolves operational/manufacturing problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
- Provides CDI inspections as needed. Must have CDI stamp within 60 days of start of position
- JI Forklift and Crane certified
- Utilizes QCBD, SAP, and Kronos (to monitor attendance; fix clock-ins, etc.)
- Works towards continuous improvement by building the technical skills of the team and constantly improving quality and efficiency
- Implements standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with JI standards, Safety, 5S, HazMat, AS9100, and NADCAP Standards and Practices
- Reviews Timecards and corrects clock-ins as needed for the assigned crew and reports any issues or problems to Operations Manager/Cell Manager
- Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data
- Communicate clearly and frequently
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Prioritize and delegate wisely
- Behavior: The incumbent must work well under pressure, effectively manage changing priorities, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. The incumbent shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors
- Being at work on time and maintaining good attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of your jo
- Provides leadership and supervision to production teams operating outside of the regular daytime hours
- Oversight may include Mold Fab Cells, Assembly Cells, Mill 5/6 Cell and Ovens
- Ensures continuity of production processes and effective communication between shifts
- Addresses any immediate operational issues, equipment malfunctions, or personnel matters that arise during the off-shift
- Serves as the primary point of contact for off-shift personnel and escalates issues to appropriate departments as necessary
- Resolves operational and facility maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays as well as notifying Operations Management for facility related issues
- Monitors production output and quality during the off-shift, ensuring targets are met
- Conducts shift handover meetings to communicate key information and priorities to the oncoming shift
- Ensures all safety procedures and company policies are followed during the off-shift
- May be responsible for coordinating with support functions (e.g., maintenance, security) during off-shift hours
- Completes shift reports and communicates any significant events or concerns to the day shift management
QUALIFICATIONS
- Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
- This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidates agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED required. Technical or College degree preferred
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written in the English language required, with at least 2 years JI production or at least 4 years in production and personnel management
- Must have the ability to multitask
- Must have basic computer skills and be familiar with Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Must be able to learn the project management software within 3 months
- Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language
- Understanding of Risk Assessment and Management as it relates to production and safety activities
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED
Must be able to read and understand highly technical drawings and documents. Vacuum gauges, computer, associated software, associated equipment and materials utilized in composite tool fabrication.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be flexible with schedule and work long hours. Must be capable of spending long hours standing. Must be able to deal with stress and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.
Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.
As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.