Production Supervisor, Missiles at Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

114000.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Management, Technical Documentation, Process Development, Equipment Maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, Communication Skills, Employee Development, Safety Procedures, Quality Control, Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Fundamentals, Troubleshooting, Collaboration

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. ABOUT THE TEAM The Manufacturing Production team is responsible for a wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process including operating equipment, assembling products, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. ABOUT THE JOB We are seeking a Production Supervisor to join our manufacturing team at Anduril. You will work on cutting-edge technology aimed at advancing the state-of-the-possible. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for managing a team of highly talented technicians to produce a number of different products for strategic military and commercial customers. This is a highly dynamic role that requires both frontline technical and people management skills. WHAT YOU’LL DO Manage technician staff in the production and delivery of Anduril products through acceptance testing and delivery Set priorities and direct daily operations to include timely issuing and completion of work orders to the production floor, clear blockers daily for the production team to achieve their goals Ensure all operators are following safety procedures and standard work tasks. Proactively identify and drive safety improvement opportunities Prioritize work activities for operators to achieve target on time delivery goals Be an active participant in 5S and continuous improvement activities Complete transactions in production systems (NetSuite / JIRA) on daily basis Maintain accurate inventory levels in each work area Provide weekly report out of production progress, blockers, risks, needs Provide support to other functional groups within Anduril Lead daily communication with cross functional team such as engineering, technicians, supply chain, logistics, and quality as necessary Ability to work on the line and support new operator training as required Build a positive and collaborative team culture that promotes product knowledge, skills development, and X-training Show up every day with extreme urgency and enthusiasm to get the job done Execute on priorities and production plans provided by operation management Manage, coach, mentor and support up to 30 production associates on shift Execute and maintain standardized manufacturing instructions and control plans Support issue resolution including root cause investigation and corrective action tracking Ensure quality standards are being met throughout the entire production process and support no defects from leaving a station or team area Generate daily pass downs and quality reports for engineering and operations team REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of experience managing or supervising in a high volume production environment Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of production rate, critical path analysis, and key manufacturing fundamentals A full understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principals, and change management (ECOs) Can interpret technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, building plans, equipment specs, electrical schematics, etc.) Willing to work on hardware hands on as needed by production Experience being hands-on and prefer to be on the production floor and have proven skills in both process and equipment troubleshooting, allowing you to easily adapt to constantly changing production environments Passion for employee development and enjoy the process of training and developing both new hires and veteran production staff Experience supporting process development Experience supporting equipment maintenance Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing or 6-Sigma principles Excellent written and verbal communication skills Extremely reliable, organized and detail-oriented with excellent verbal & written communication skills Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, business, or applied science.) Lean six sigma green belt certified Working knowledge of AS9100 standards and OSHA laws Experience working with electrical and mechanical assembly and integration Forklift and 3A Hoisting certification a plus Experience in ramping low volume manufacturing to high rate Extensive hiring and organizational design experience US Salary Range $86,000—$114,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

Responsibilities

The Production Supervisor will manage a team of technicians to produce various products for military and commercial customers. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and driving continuous improvement in the manufacturing process.