Summary
A Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor provides technical leadership and daily oversight to a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Programmers. This role balances front-line team management to optimize manufacturing processes, resolve production bottlenecks, and ensure schedule adherence.
This position demands an agile leader who can balance daily operational firefighting with long-term strategic initiatives. You will drive continuous improvement on the production floor by applying Lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, reduce cycle time, and maximize throughput. Working closely with Quality, Engineering, and Operations will play a pivotal role.
About Crissair, Inc.
Since 1954, Crissair has manufactured high-quality precision components for nearly every airframe manufacturer and major subcontractor in the industry for both military and commercial aircraft. Crissair's primary objective is designing, developing and manufacturing superior quality hydraulic, fuel and pneumatic system components of all complexity levels. Strict design specifications and rigorous quality criteria are the essential factors in Crissair's success. Our deep knowledge and understanding of our markets and customers' industries allow us to adapt and deliver quality relevant products and services. This experience, together with our commitment to a customer-centric culture, is the reason why many of the world's largest companies turn to Crissair as a partner on everything from day-to-day operations to some of the most challenging Aerospace projects around the world.
Compensation and Benefits Offered
Actual base salary offered to the selected applicant will be based on their work location, qualifications, job related skills, relevant education, and training experience.
Base salary range Minimum $120,000 - Maximum $124,000
Crissair offers the following benefits to regular full time employees:
Dodgers Tickets Program - Access to company season tickets, available exclusively for employees throughout the season.
Employee Appreciation Events - Quarterly experiences and lunches designed to recognize and celebrate employees, featuring unique offerings such as catered specialty meals and milestone celebration events.
Highly Competitive Annual Bonus Program, with opportunities to significantly exceed target payouts based on company and individual performance
Career Growth Opportunities within a stable and growing aerospace manufacturing organization
Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture where employee contributions are recognized and valued
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO and HMO options available)
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program with Company Match
Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, and Jury Duty Pay
Parental and Caregiver Leave Programs
Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Education Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal, family, and financial wellbeing
Employee Appreciation & Recognition Programs, including birthdays, service awards, and special celebrations
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Team Leadership
Manage daily priorities, workloads, and task execution for a team of 4-10 manufacturing engineers, including programmers.
Establish and foster a culture of accountability.
Process Optimization & lean implementation
Maximize efficiency through semi-autonomous machining techniques.
Drive process improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing methodologies, value stream mapping, and Six Sigma principles, eliminating waste and reducing cycle times.
Design for Manufacturability
Partner closely with Engineering to review new product development releases, ensuring optimal tooling integration, CNC programming, and cost-effective assembly logic.
Production Support & MRB
Provide technical oversight for daily floor issues.
Serve as the POC member of the Material Review Board (MRB) to evaluate, troubleshoot, and disposition nonconforming hardware and implement permanent corrective actions.
Documentation Control for the Department
Oversee the accuracy and maintenance of manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure all manufacturing engineering and programming activities comply with corporate safety metrics, environmental regulations, and AS9100 quality management standards.
Qualification Requirements
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in an engineering role
5+ years of CNC Programming experience
1-3 years of experience managing projects in a supervisory role overseeing 4+ personnel
Language Skills
Exceptional command of the English language, both written and spoken.
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write technical documentation.
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of aerospace fabrication design, assembly, and GD&T
Strong background in planning and scheduling by setting timelines, organizing daily tasks, and tracking project goals.
Training in lean principles is preferred
Background in problem-solving methodology. (8D, A3, Fishbone, 5-whys, etc.)
Computer/ Office Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP/Inventory systems.
Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, manufacturing, and fabrication processes
Proficiency in Blueprint reading, including GD&T
Proficiency in reading Engineering specs and procedures.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands
Frequent Activities: Standing, typing, handling objects, talking/hearing,
Occasional activities: Sitting, walking, reaching, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25lbs
Rare activities: Climbing/balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 100+lbs.
Vision Requirements
Frequent: Computer Monitor
Occasional: Close vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, computer work, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision
Work Environment
Occasional exposure: Mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, very quiet to very loud noise
Rare exposure: High places, outdoor weather, electrical shock, Vibration
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Crissair, inc. Is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical and mental disability, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, gender and gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Please note, the company provides goods and services to the US government under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and must comply with the requirement that all employees be US citizens or Permanent US Residents with valid green cards. We comply with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers. We will not inquire about your criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any criminal history will be considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Crissair, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at (661) 367-3300.
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