Job Description

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Machine Shop Supervisor, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:
 Supervises and provides leadership to a team of Machine Shop Associates, Welders/Brazers and Machinists and Leads in the Machine Shop (metal heat treatment, summa/passivation process, tumbling/deburring, tube bending, etc.) Conflex, Bending, Braiding, Extrusion and Welding/Brazing Cells
 Ensures all Safety Policies are enforced and that proactive “near miss” reporting is encouraged
 Establishes and Documents the Core Competencies and expectations of Direct Reports
 Develops and maintains appropriate KPI's and Targets for the Work Centers responsible for
 Facilitates efforts to continually improve processes within the Work Centers responsible for
 Collaborates with the Planning Team on efficient load for work and throughput to meet Customer requirements
 Works with Planning on a monthly basis to assess Capacity requirements to meet production objectives, while balancing productivity, efficiency, and overtime
 As necessary, expedites orders where our standard lead-times do not meet Customer requirements; coordinates this activity with Planning
 Collaborates with Manufacturing Engineering Manager on Technologies and Machines requiring Engineering support or Processes requiring Industrialization
 Supports Proto, Tooling, Fixtures, and Mold requirements for new Product introductions and new technologies
 Monitors MO's completed, tracks Variances to Standards, and works with Finance on needed adjustments to Standard Times
 Calls “risk assessment” meetings as needed, providing objectives and documenting actions, owners, and timelines
 Actively involved in equipment and headcount capacity analysis and responsible to ensure that capacity is in place
 Collaborates with support departments to analyze and determine root cause analysis (i.e. customer quality complaints)

What we offer:
 Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Work Culture:
At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that."

Job Requirements

At Safran Electrical & Power, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

 Prefers a College Degree or Equivalent Experience
 Strong knowledge of Lathe's, Mill's, Summa, and all machines/tools in support of Work Centers - Advanced
 Strong excel skills - Basic
 Strong Analytical Skills - Basic
 Strong M3 and able to use Hyperion Reports desirable - Advanced
 Strong verbal and written Skills - Advanced
 Able to construct Professional emails and documents - Advanced
 Basic math to determine percentages - Basic

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork

Highlights from our facility:
As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility brings together a diverse team committed to crafting excellence. Here, we innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight—together. Recognized with honors such as the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and Boeing Supplier of the Year, we are proud to lead in quality and innovation. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton offers a vibrant arts and music scene and is home to two major universities!

Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate.

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email jillian.enderby@safrangroup.com or call 940-272-5700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered]

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.