Shield AI

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Shield AI$90K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in production, manufacturing, or operations leadership
  • Proven ability to manage schedules and tackle challenges in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience in leading and developing manufacturing teams
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing best practices and quality control
  • Excellent cross-functional communication skills
  • High attention to detail focused on safety and quality
  • Ability to succeed in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment

Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily production operations with a focus on safety and productivity
  • Manage production schedules and resources to meet output goals
  • Lead and develop production teams, fostering accountability and excellence
  • Collaborate with various teams to address issues and enhance processes
  • Monitor production metrics and implement solutions for workflow optimization
  • Ensure compliance with policies and safety regulations
  • Oversee onboarding and training of new team members

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
Full Job Description
Job Title: Production Supervisor

Job Summary

As a Production Supervisor at Shield AI, you will lead production operations and manufacturing teams, ensuring efficient workflow, high product quality, and timely delivery. This hands-on leadership role requires a proactive approach to solving production challenges and fostering continuous improvement as our company grows.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards
  • Manage and coordinate production schedules and resources to meet output targets and delivery deadlines
  • Lead, coach, and develop production teams, promoting a culture of accountability and operational excellence
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and drive process improvements
  • Monitor production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and proactively implement solutions to optimize workflow
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards
  • Oversee onboarding and training of new production team members
  • Support the introduction of new products, upgrades, and manufacturing initiatives


Basic Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in production, manufacturing, or operations leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to manage schedules and resolve operational challenges in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience leading and developing production or manufacturing teams
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing best practices, quality control, and workflow optimization
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
  • High attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, growth-focused organization


Preferred Qualifications

  • 7+ years' experience in supervising manufacturing or production teams, especially in aerospace, defense, or tech-intensive environments
  • Experience with process improvement, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement methodologies
  • Familiarity with ERP and production scheduling systems
  • Experience in high-growth, scaling production operations
  • Knowledge of export control requirements (e.g., ITAR/EAR)


Benefits

Shield AI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned to your office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.

About Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company that develops artificially intelligent systems for military applications. The company was founded in 2015 by Brandon Tseng, Ryan Tseng, and Andrew Reiter, and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Shield AI's products include autonomous drones and software that can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and other military operations. The company's mission is to reduce the number of military casualties by providing soldiers with better intelligence and situational awareness. Shield AI has received funding from a number of investors, including Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.
Learn more about Shield AI
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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