Manufacturing Supervisor- Castings

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain Test Operations Safety Quality and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

We are a mission-driven team of collaborators action-takers and problem solvers relentlessly committed to a culture of safety and success. Working as an integral part of a passionate and accomplished team of experts you will directly impact the future of space flight and ensure the progression of building the road to space through reusable rockets. Through dedication and leadership your influence will help guide your team to define the future of space flight coordinating all aspects of casting production you will support various spaceflight programs in the production of engine parts with high-value and impeccable quality and on-time delivery. This position will directly influence the history of space exploration and will require your unwavering commitment and unfaltering focus towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Supervise casting production personnel in day-to-day operations at our Blue Castings site in Arlington WA
• Responsible for establishing workstation assignments employee training overtime assignments and back-up for absent employees
• Maintain shop schedule status to ensure on-time delivery
• Provide first level escalation support to employees regarding HR issues (employee relations workers compensation disciplinary actions timecards PTO requests)
• Drive Continuous Improvement opportunities to improve process reduce cycle and set-up times
• Maintain shop measuring equipment calibration program ensuring all relative equipment is calibrated according to schedule
• Implement and maintain 5S ensuring a lean clean and safe work environment
• Ensure all team members follow work instructions quality requirements and processes
• Provide continued training and skills development for team members mature cross-training matrix for coverage depth
• Provide coaching and early career mentoring and conduct performance reviews

Qualifications:

• P assion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
• 4 years minimum of management experience
• 4 years minimum experience in casting
• Experience building a high performing team.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing KPIs to improve performance
• Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of trust respect inclusion and integrity
• Strong communication skills
• Must have a continuous improvement attitude
• Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates

Desired:

• 4 years of manufacturing experience in aerospace automotive or a closely related industry
• Experience working in a foundry focused on highly engineered high-quality castings and exceptional customer delivery performance as key drivers; investment casting preferred
• Strong knowledge and applied experiences in Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Toyota Production System
• Experience operating in an AS9100 environment

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $42.55-$59.57

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check

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Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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Required Experience:

Manager