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Responsibilities for this Position
Position Title: Production Supervisor - CNC
Location: Scranton, PA, United States
Category: Manufacturing Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
Country: United States
State: PA
City: Scranton
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: None
Career Level: Junior
Requisition ID: 16466250
Description: Scope: General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles.
Successful candidates will demonstrate ability through the utilization of competitive and innovative work practices. The primary objective of a Production Supervisor is to take ownership in coordinating efforts with production team employees to become highly performing and self-directed utilizing business-based decision making methods.
Direct and oversee the day-to-day activities of a team of CNC machinists and production employees.
Extensive familiarity with the machined parts and internal processes as well as a keen understanding of how they work together.
Supervise and instruct employees in the proper use of production equipment.
Examine production schedules and determine how to best utilize employees while following collective bargaining unit guidelines and safety regulations.
Handle first step grievances in assigned areas.
Ensure that work is completed according to schedules while also troubleshooting and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency.
Ensure safe practices while preventing delays in production.
Instruct and enforce safety and good housekeeping practices in the production process.
Responsible for evaluations coaching, counseling, resource planning and team building.
Able to assist in problem solving and root cause analysis.
Work with quality department to help resolve manufacturing defects.
Review and maintain accurate time charging.
Continuously incorporate Lean Principles into everyday tasks.
Provide opportunities for individual improvement.
Plan, control and approve vacations, qualifications, schedules, and approve vacations.
Present reports as needed to management.
Facilitate and participate in regularly scheduled meetings.
Ability and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Background Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in Production/Business Management, Business Leadership, Fabrication/Machining or other related manufacturing field of study, preferred.
Preferred 2 years of supervision and 2-5 years CNC programming and/or set up experience preferred.
Must be a U.S. Person.
Must be proficient with computers and software including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Experience leading a unionized workforce is preferred.
Work Environment: This job is performed in an office and heavy manufacturing environment.
Nature of Supervision: Medium to High (requires self-directed work)
Work Interruptions and Distractions: Medium to High
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Scope: General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles.
Successful candidates will demonstrate ability through the utilization of competitive and innovative work practices. The primary objective of a Production Supervisor is to take ownership in coordinating efforts with production team employees to become highly performing and self-directed utilizing business-based decision making methods.
Direct and oversee the day-to-day activities of a team of CNC machinists and production employees.
Extensive familiarity with the machined parts and internal processes as well as a keen understanding of how they work together.
Supervise and instruct employees in the proper use of production equipment.
Examine production schedules and determine how to best utilize employees while following collective bargaining unit guidelines and safety regulations.
Handle first step grievances in assigned areas.
Ensure that work is completed according to schedules while also troubleshooting and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency.
Ensure safe practices while preventing delays in production.
Instruct and enforce safety and good housekeeping practices in the production process.
Responsible for evaluations coaching, counseling, resource planning and team building.
Able to assist in problem solving and root cause analysis.
Work with quality department to help resolve manufacturing defects.
Review and maintain accurate time charging.
Continuously incorporate Lean Principles into everyday tasks.
Provide opportunities for individual improvement.
Plan, control and approve vacations, qualifications, schedules, and approve vacations.
Present reports as needed to management.
Facilitate and participate in regularly scheduled meetings.
Ability and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Background Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in Production/Business Management, Business Leadership, Fabrication/Machining or other related manufacturing field of study, preferred.
Preferred 2 years of supervision and 2-5 years CNC programming and/or set up experience preferred.
Must be a U.S. Person.
Must be proficient with computers and software including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Experience leading a unionized workforce is preferred.
Work Environment: This job is performed in an office and heavy manufacturing environment.
Nature of Supervision: Medium to High (requires self-directed work)
Work Interruptions and Distractions: Medium to High
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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