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• Huntington Beach
  
  

About Us

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement*
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervision and management of all employees reporting to the manufacturing operation.
• Develop the leadership team through empowerment and Lean strategies.
• Provide vision to the manufacturing operation and direct change.
• Drive cost avoidance and cost reduction efforts in the operation.
• Fully implement the capacity management tool to manage direct labor and equipment resources.
• Fully implement the strategies of Lean Manufacturing.
• Drive automation within the operation.
• Drive the responsibility of quality down to the operator, using error-proofing and visible quality control techniques to prevent defects.
• Maintain 98% or a better on-time delivery percentage to our customers.
• Maintain a 100% safe shop.
• Implement a system of metrics to hold the operation accountable
  
  

Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervising the manufacturing team, making sure that we fully utilize the talent and capability in each individual, as well as training and developing them to improve deficiencies.
• Maximizing product flow through the use of Lean techniques.
• Preparing reports, metrics, performance reviews, and other documents using Microsoft Office. Sitting, bending, stooping, climbing, reaching up to 6 feet high, and moving quickly through the office and shop floor to address any variety of operational issues.
• Answering the telephone, communicating with, and assisting customers, contractors, vendors, and other callers.
• Written communications with your peers, subordinates, and superiors.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Contracts And Relationships

• This position interfaces with executive management, peer management, shop employees, agents, vendors, and contractors to obtain or convey information, coordinate, or perform tasks.
  
  

Accountability

• The person in this position is expected to:
• Exercise initiative in organizing and completing daily tasks.
• Solve problems by using judgment based on knowledge of management policies and departmental practices and procedures.
• Meet established productivity and task management standards for function.
• Establish goals and measurements targeted to help the corporation achieve their strategic plan. To be reviewed with the Manufacturing and Operations, Director.
  
  

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Ability to speak Spanish is an asset
• Mechanical maintenance experience is necessary
• Electrical maintenance experience is an asset
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (green card holder) or other status as a U.S. Person)
  
  

Education & Experience

• Ten years proved leadership experience in the same or related field. Direct operational experience is required for a staff of 8-10. A four-year degree is a plus.
• Knowledge of: Precision Aerospace Machining, Welding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Tooling Fabrication, team building, Lean strategies, MRP systems, job costing, and cost reduction. Must be PC literate (spreadsheet, graphics, database, word processing, and other software understanding).
  
  

Abilities

• Respond effectively to customers, vendors, and others on the phone.
• Exercise initiative in organizing and completing task assignments.
• Prioritize work assignments and have the flexibility to change priorities as required.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with staff, agents, and other internal and external contacts.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers, supervisors, and management.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
  
  

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
  
  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Some travel may be required for this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

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