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Production Development Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Freeform· Manufacturing & Development Operations
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Hawthorne, CA$95k - $130kfull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Supervises a team of technicians and machinists performing high-volume post-processing and machining of complex metal 3D printed parts. Leads development and scaling of production processes, ensures safety, quality, and reliability, and collaborates with engineering and process development teams in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise a team of technicians, machinists, and fabricators responsible for complex post-processing and machining operations
  • Set daily and weekly work assignments to meet tight schedules while adapting to changing priorities
  • Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to direct reports, including skills development and career growth
  • Own the development, documentation, and continuous refinement of production processes - defining how work gets done, not just ensuring it gets done
  • Partner closely with engineering and process development to resolve build issues and improve reliability, throughput, and first-pass yield
  • Identify process gaps, design trials to address them, and drive implementation of validated improvements
  • Manage shop metrics, communicate status and risks to leadership, and drive corrective actions as needed
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready shop environment while championing safety and efficiency
  • Support equipment qualification, calibration readiness, and preventative maintenance programs
  • Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and inclusivity within the shop and across partner teams

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited university or college
  • Experience in operational leadership and team management in a manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and improve production or manufacturing processes

Skills

Required:Leadership and people managementProduction process development and documentation
Nice to have:Manufacturing operations and metricsProblem solving and continuous improvement (DOE/Lean)

Benefits

  • Significant stock option packages
  • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
  • Life insurance
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k)
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
  • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
  • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
  • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
Last updated Jul 9, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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Creative manufacturing company specializing in AI-native manufacturing systems with origins linked to SpaceX engineers.

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