Supervisor, Machine Shop
Quick Summary
Supervisor for a machine shop at Vast, a space station manufacturing company, leading CNC machining operations in Hawthorne, California.
Skills & Keywords
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of programmer machinists
- Conduct daily team meetings to communicate goals and expectations
- Coordinate work schedules and assignments to optimize productivity
- Work closely with manufacturing planners for efficient scheduling and prioritization of jobs
- Ensure aerospace industry quality standards are followed
- Implement and oversee quality control measures
- Continual optimization of machining processes for efficiency
- Collaborate with engineering teams and other departments for process improvements
- Coordinate repairs with the maintenance teams in a timely manner
- Enforce safety protocols in the machine shop
- Identify training needs for the team
- Develop and foster strong relationships with upper management
Required Qualifications
We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSBase salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITYVast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
- 7-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in experience
- Knowledge of machining processes, CNC equipment, software, and tooling
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Nice to Have
- Proven leadership abilities with a track record of team management
- Previous experience in a supervisory role in a machine shop or manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- Commitment to safety, quality, and adherence to standards
- Ability to analyze data and implement process improvements
- Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and drive innovation within the organization
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Vast
Long Beach, CA
About Vast
Vast develops next-generation space stations and space infrastructure, including the Haven Station for continuous human presence in space and high-power satellite products.
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