📣 NOW HIRING: Production Supervisor

PDS Defense, Inc. | Chantilly, VA
Job ID: 218461

💼 Position Details

Schedule: 9/80 A | 1st Shift
Hours: 6:00 AM Start
Pay Rate: $30.26/hour

🔧 About the Role

As a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator / Production Supervisor, you will support the Sr. Manager of Operations and Factory Operations team in manufacturing, assembly, and testing of electro-mechanical assemblies.

You'll play a key role in executing production plans while ensuring compliance with ISO9001 / AS9100 quality standards.

✅ Key Responsibilities

Execute daily production build plans
Participate in tiered accountability meetings
Identify and resolve production bottlenecks
Monitor KPIs and drive 'Return to Green' improvements
Conduct WIP audits and cycle counts
Manage consumables and KANBAN inventory
Submit purchase requisitions
Ensure compliance with QMS procedures
Support quality maintenance and calibration activities
Maintain documentation, logs, and reports
Assist in production tasks (kitting, assembly, testing, packaging)
Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA/RCCA)
Perform additional duties as assigned

🎓 Required Qualifications

1-3 years in manufacturing, assembly, or factory operations
Experience with ISO9001 and/or AS9100 QMS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Familiarity with MES / ERP / MRP systems
Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Must meet U.S. person / clearance requirements

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience (Lead, Supervisor, or Manager)
Experience with MRP and factory control tools
Lean Six Sigma (Yellow or Green Belt)
Knowledge of RCA tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D)
Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-610, IPC-620, J-STD-001)
Experience with PowerBI and/or Oracle

🏭 Physical Requirements

Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs
Prolonged standing, walking, and repetitive movements
Manual dexterity for gripping, pinching, and assembly work
Occasional microscope work
Strong visual acuity (near, far, color, peripheral, depth)

🎁 Benefits (Varies by Assignment)

Direct deposit
401(k)
Paid holidays
Short-term disability
Medical coverage options
Free career counseling
Skills training programs
Employee referral bonuses
DailyPay (select locations)

✨ Interested?

Please click the link below to schedule a phone screening for this position:
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Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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