Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Assembly Supervisor

Curtiss-Wright Corporation$90K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
  • 5+ years in manufacturing or assembly roles.
  • Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and work instructions.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated coaching and employee development capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily activities of the Assembly team.
  • Serve as quality gatekeeper in the assembly process.
  • Ensure accurate completion of production documentation.
  • Partner with Quality & Engineering to address nonconformances.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and training needs.
  • Conduct onboarding and cross-training for employees.
  • Perform routine audits to ensure compliance with processes.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
  • Health and Wellness Benefits
  • Learning and Development Opportunities
  • Referral Program
  • Recognition
  • Inclusive and Supportive Culture
Full Job Description

Assembly Supervisor – Pop-A-Plug

We're looking for an Assembly Supervisor to join our EST team in Hatfield, PA!

As the quality gatekeeper and team leader, the supervisor enforces manufacturing procedures, verifies documentation, performs inspections, and releases products only when requirements are met. The role fosters a respectful, collaborative, and accountable team culture, setting clear expectations and developing employees' skills.

The supervisor collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication, workflow, and ongoing improvement.

Location:

Hatfield, PA (Onsite)

Salary Range: $90,000.000-$95,000.000/annually

Benefits

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

YOUR CHALLENGE:

  • Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the Pop-A-Plug Assembly team.
  • Serve as the primary quality gatekeeper within the assembly process.
  • Ensure job travelers and all required production documentation are completed accurately, and in a timely manner.
  • Partner with Quality & Engineering to investigate nonconformances/implement corrective actions.
  • Monitor recurring assembly defects and identify opportunities for process improvements, mistake-proofing, and additional training.
  • Coordinate onboarding and cross-training of Assembly employees.
  • Identify gaps between documented procedures and actual production practices and communicate those gaps to Engineering and Quality.
  • Conduct routine floor audits to verify compliance with established processes.
  • Set clear standards for teamwork, communication, attendance, quality, productivity, and conduct.
  • Lead by example to uphold expected team standards.
  • Ensure employees follow all applicable safety procedures and company policies.
  • Support 5S and workplace organization initiatives.

WHAT YOU BRING:

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or relevant manufacturing education preferred.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing or assembly experience.
  • Previous supervisory or manufacturing leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes, quality requirements, and production documentation.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, train, and develop employees.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and production deadlines.
  • Proficiency with standard computer applications and manufacturing/ERP systems.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a regulated or quality-critical manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with mechanical assembly and inspection processes.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and production travelers.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience working with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve nonconformances.
  • Experience developing cross-training and employee qualification programs.

About Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. The company operates through three segments: Commercial/Industrial, Defense, and Power. The Commercial/Industrial segment provides products and services primarily to the commercial aerospace, general industrial, and naval defense markets. The Defense segment provides products and services to the defense markets of the United States, Canada, and other countries. The Power segment provides products and services to the power generation markets, including conventional and renewable energy sources. Curtiss-Wright Corporation was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina.
Learn more about Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Size
7,800 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$201.3 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ

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