About the Role

Apex is looking for an experienced and motivated Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will lead a production team to meet quality, efficiency, and safety standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Responsibilities:
• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to ensure adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Train, mentor, and manage a team of production employees, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth & improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate employee performance, providing regular feedback and addressing performance issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering) to resolve production issues and optimize processes.
• Maintain accurate records of production metrics, including output, downtime, and waste, and prepare daily/weekly reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and standard operating procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity.
• Coordinate with inventory and logistics teams to ensure the availability of materials and timely delivery of finished goods.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of professional experience in a high-rate manufacturing/production environment
• 2+ years of experience leading a manufacturing/engineering team or leading collaborative/cross-functional projects
• Strong knowledge of production processes, safety standards, and quality systems (e.g., ISO, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma).
• Proven leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and develop employees.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Why Join Apex?

Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.

What We Offer For Full-time Employees:

• Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
• Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
• Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
• 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
• Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
• Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
• World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
• Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference

Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.