Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a ProductionSupervisor Iat our Burbank, CA location.

Job Summary:
The Production Supervisor I supports day to day operations in an assigned manufacturing area such as Metal Fabrication, Assembly, or Test. This role is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment, maintaining quality standards, and executing the production schedule as directed. The Supervisor I leads a small team and focuses on shift level coordination, basic problem solving, and adherence to established processes.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor team activities to ensure compliance with safety standards and support a culture of safe work practices.
• Execute the daily production plan by assigning tasks, confirming material availability, and ensuring work instructions are followed.
• Observe work in progress and escalate quality issues through the non-conforming materials process.
• Use basic lean tools (5S, standard work) to maintain workstation organization and process consistency.
• Communicate daily priorities and shift expectations to employees.
• Provide feedback to managers regarding resource needs, overtime, and schedule constraints.
• Support daily performance metric tracking and communicate status to the Value Stream Manager or Supervisor II.
• Participate in basic problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Why or fishbone diagrams.
• Contribute to employee onboarding and provide coaching on procedures and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Non-Essential Functions:

• Provide input to Engineering or Quality on minor modifications to manufacturing instructions.
• Partner with Supply Chain to ensure materials are replenished appropriately.
• Support equipment maintenance or calibration activities as directed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-2 years in manufacturing; prior lead or team coordination experience preferred.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement concepts.
• Skills/Abilities: Strong communication skills; ability to follow standard work; basic proficiency with MS Office.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree in Operations Management or similar
• Previous supervisory experience within an aerospace or electronics manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with web-based software

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer

Workspace: cubicle/desk

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Salary range: $87,900.00 - $111,500.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.