Job Description

Skills Inc., one of Washington State’s largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer’s requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community. 

JOB SUMMARY 

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will supervise and coordinate activities of production workers on the shop floor. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Identify, prioritize and pull materials identified from manufacturing work orders.

•    Oversee set up or assist in setting up machinery to proper dimensions specified on manufacturing work orders.

•    Support and lead internal/external audits to ensure and verify compliance to applicable requirements.

•    Ensure finished material is delivered to other work areas.

•    Prioritize, coordinate and assign work flow for manufacturing area of supervision.

•    Ensure work orders are properly interpreted and aligned with specifications such as; materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, and dimensions/tolerances.

•    Ensure measuring equipment is effectively utilized such as; calipers, micrometers, height gage, and other measuring equipment needed to complete work.

•    Understand prescribed procedures to inspect part(s) and product(s) produced to assure compliance to specifications to eliminate defects, scrap, rework, etc.

•    Ensure part(s) meet all Customer Quality requirements.

•    Identify and correct root causes for quality problems.

•    Create instructions for new work coming to the area when necessary.  Must be able to effectively describe to manufacturing engineers the instructions to perform task for the master planning.  Retain records and pictorials of incoming work for future needs and training. 

•    Oversee and ensure implementation of 5S program in the area to improve work flow and maintain safety of workers in the area. 

•    Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

•    Assure equipment in work area is kept in a clean and orderly condition and maintained on a daily basis.

•    Detect and report defective equipment, materials and/or faulty operations to plant manager.

•    Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency and safety.

•    Coordinate with Human Resources Generalist to address issues pertaining to employee performance, grievances and misconduct.

•    Hold employees accountable to expectations. 

•     Complete and issue employee performance appraisals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Is responsible for direct supervision of department employees.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

•    Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.

•    Ability to communicate information clearly and directly with employees, co-workers and supervisory personnel both verbally and in writing.

•    Exhibit blueprint reading skills and interpretation of specifications to determine component parts and assembly sequences, as well as work orders, internal and customer specifications, manuals, and safety regulations.

•    Knowledge of manufacturing aerospace components within area of expertise.  

•    Skill in performing mid-level math skills efficiently and accurately (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fraction and decimals).

•    Skill in identifying, organizing, estimating, and recognizing differences or similarities.

•    Ability to take direction from supervisor to complete tasks assigned

LANGUAGE SKILLS

•    Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.    

•    Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology. 

CONFIDENTIALITY 

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.  

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

•    High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years’ experience with aerospace drawings, specifications, and manufacturing or equivalent education/experience.

•    5 years Supervisory or Lead experience. 

•    A combination of supervisory and aerospace manufacturing experience.

ITAR – US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.’s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. 

A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

•    Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment with a moderate noise level.

•    Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.

•    Constant reaching, grasping and fine manipulation with both hands and arms.

•    Constant standing and moving.

•    Occasional bending/squatting.

•    Occasional lifting or moving up to 25lbs.

•    Occasional repetitive motion.

•    Occasional sitting at a work station using a computer.

Definitions:

•    Constant (67-100% of shift)

•    Frequent (34-66% of shift)

•    Occasional (11-33% of shift)

SHIFT ASSIGNMENT

2nd Shift; Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am

TOTAL REWARDS SUMMARY

At Skills Inc., our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents, which is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan to eligible employees.

SALARY DESCRIPTION

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting Social Enterprise and is organized as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit. We have three lines of business; Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, and Business Solutions, that operate in 2 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission three ways; direct hire, vocational programs and services, and as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $35.00-$49.00

•    2nd shift is eligible for a $1.25 shift differential

BENEFITS SUMMARY

•    Paid Vacation*

•    Paid Sick 

•    401(k) with a percentage company-match contribution*

•    Paid holidays*- prorated based on shift

•    Medical, dental, vision and life insurance*

•    Employee Assistance Plan 

EEO and ADA STATEMENT

Skills Inc. is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invite employees, participants in our services, vendors, and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age, ability, gender, race, sexual orientation, perspectives, and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believe our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities, activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.