Supervisor, Operations

Reno, NVfull time

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senior

$112k–$125k

H1B: no

Voyagertechnologiesinc The Supervisor, Operations at Voyager Technologies manages day-to-day operations across multiple shifts supporting solid rocket motor hardware manufacturing. This role oversees technician scheduling, training, safety compliance, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to meet program commitments.

Responsibilities

Team & Workforce Leadership
Lead and schedule build technicians across multiple shifts/programs, balancing workload against production and program priorities
Own staffing planning and hiring input for the build technician workforce; mentor and develop shift leads
Manage performance, coaching, and disciplinary actions in partnership with HR and Manufacturing leadership
Training & Qualification
Ensure technicians complete required onboarding, process, and safety training prior to performing production tasks
Own technician qualification and certification records across the shop
Identify training gaps and coordinate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to close them
Shop Standards, Safety & Compliance
Enforce shop rules, safety protocols, and 5S/housekeeping standards across all shifts
Own Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention and energetic materials handling compliance for the build shop; serve as point of contact for safety audits
Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for shop floor non-conformances and safety events

Qualification

Strong team leadershipBudgetWorking knowledge of hand toolsRequiredPreferredOther Requirements

Required

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or manufacturing discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
7+ years of manufacturing/assembly experience in aerospace, defense, or energetics, including 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership capacity
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
Demonstrated experience leading multi-shift technician teams and owning shop floor budget/vendor relationships
Working knowledge of AS9100 and regulated manufacturing compliance (e.g., ITAR)
Experience driving Lean/continuous improvement initiatives in a production environment
Strong team leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills across multiple shifts
Budget, cost-control, and vendor/supplier management experience
Working knowledge of hand tools, shop equipment, and preventive maintenance practices
Working knowledge/familiarity with energetic materials handling and safety protocols
Proficiency with MS Office and shop systems (ERP/MES) for scheduling, inventory, and training records
Strong cross-functional stakeholder management and communication skills

Preferred

Prior experience in solid rocket motor (SRM), propulsion, or other energetic materials manufacturing
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
Experience supporting AS9100 or similarly regulated quality systems
Experience with MES or CMMS (maintenance management) systems
Experience interfacing with government customers or representatives (e.g., DCMA)
Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or manufacturing discipline from an accredited institution; may consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree
Preferred: Lean/Six Sigma certification
Other Requirements

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Wellness

Company

Voyagertechnologiesinc

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10000+ employees

Industrial

Founded 1892

Source: greenhouse

Active within the past hour

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