Job Description

The Production Supervisor at Barnes Aerospace, East Granby OEM will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the employees engaging in machining and producing precision and complex parts to meet customer requirements. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this position may be of special interest to you.

Location: East Granby, CT

Shift: 8:00am - 8:00pm; Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Core Responsibilities:

• Supervises and coordinates the workers engaged in machining and producing precision & complex parts to meet schedules for the various operations supporting customer requirements
• Performance management, interviewing and selection of prospective new employees
• Maintains time and production records
• Responsible for respective consumable spending, delivery metrics, capacity planning, risk assessment, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE)
• Meets or exceeds production and quality requirements for the business
• Drives continuous improvement via VITAL (Velocity, Integrity, and Teamwork) principles and practices
• Maintains thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment. Ensures equipment is operated and maintained per TPM specifications
• Anticipates and troubleshoots problems with orders and/or equipment. Collaborates with other production supervisors and cross-functional team members for resolution
• Ensures that established policies, rules, and procedures are followed and enforces safety regulations
• Establishes, communicates, and monitors daily, weekly, and monthly objectives for employees
• Oversees and promotes safe use of equipment and overall safety culture
• Embraces Zone Leadership safety program
• Coordinates production efforts with supervision and other shifts or business units to ensure a smooth transition
• Anticipates and resolves the problems based on what is best for the customer and the division
• Acts with integrity and the highest ethical behavior demonstrating Barnes Aerospace Values. Balances consistency with flexibility and willingness to adapt to new ideas in the face of new information
• Be a team player and have the ability to motivate or inspire the team to drive and achieve key operating initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in an aerospace or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to build positive employee relations and lead teams effectively
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field preferred; or equivalent work experience

Salary: $88,000/year - $137,000/year

Barnes Aerospace offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions; life and disability insurance; and paid vacation and holidays. Additional offerings include an employee assistance program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and work-life support resources. Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements, which may vary based on employment status, position, and location.

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. If an applicant does not meet the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status), the Company may be required to obtain an export control license. If the position for which you applied involves access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws, then any offer is also contingent on verification of appropriate documentation for the Company to assess whether an export license will be required to employ you in that role, and if it is determined that an export license is required, the offer is also contingent on the Company’s determination, in its sole discretion, whether a license application and ongoing administration is prudent under the project’s contract parameters and whether an export license can be successfully obtained before you can start.