Lunar | Shift Lead - Manufacturing, Ops and Assembly | A, B, C shifts Verified today
About the role
Blue Origin Operations seeks a dynamic shift leader to oversee aerospace component production and assembly operations. You will lead teams in achieving operational excellence, collaborating with engineering, quality, and supply chain to enhance manufacturing processes and deliver on mission timelines.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and optimize manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency and quality
- Develop and execute production plans to meet delivery schedules
- Mentor manufacturing teams, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging teamwork
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to address manufacturing challenges
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes and metrics
- Monitor production performance and provide regular updates to senior management
- Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards
- Manage budget and resource allocation for manufacturing activities
- Support new product introductions and scale up production capabilities
- Oversee fabrication and assembly of structural components, ensuring adherence to specifications
- Implement advanced manufacturing techniques to enhance structural performance and reduce costs
Minimum qualifications
- 3+ years managing a team in manufacturing or aerospace environment
- 5+ years as individual contributor in manufacturing or aerospace environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making
- Ability to lift 50lbs and comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces
- Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office applications
Preferred qualifications
- Industry certification, trade school training, or degree in related field
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or relevant field
- Experience with fluid systems and applied chemistry fundamentals
- Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies (CAD software, ERP systems)
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance in aerospace manufacturing
- Proven track record of successful team leadership and project management
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and practices
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
- Willingness to work overtime
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, or equivalent experience
Position details
- Shift: A, B, or C shifts
- Location: Space Coast, Florida
- Relocation assistance available
Requirements
You must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Blue's Standard Background Check is required for all positions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for regular employees (20+ hours/week)
- Up to four weeks paid time off per year based on scheduled hours
- Up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Eligibility for bonuses based on role type and job level (not guaranteed)