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MANAGER, PRODUCTION – PRECISION TUBE FABRICATION

The Precision Tube Fabrication team is looking for a production manager to help lead our team our large and capable team (10 Supervisors and 140 Technicians). This is a fast-paced and high-volume manufacturing facility responsible for the transformation of raw tubing stock into finished deliverable goods to our Falcon & Dragon customers. Last year, we produced 85,000 tube assemblies for our customers and are geared up to produce the 129,000 we'll need this year to support our aggressive 100 vehicle production plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a staff of 10+ Supervisors and 140+ employees across a 3-shift operation toward goals aligned to company targets for utilization, process improvement, quality, safety, delivery and cost reduction
• Ensure a strong focus is placed on safety and achieve excellent safety performance with the team
• Leverage quality metrics to continually improve the output of the team; play a leading role in ensuring root cause for quality issues are identified, and appropriate improvement actions are put in place
• Achieve cost targets by improving labor efficiency and driving design for manufacturability improvements
• Review work instructions and drive change recommendations to improve processes
• Coordinate and encourage an environment of continuous improvement for all assigned products and processes
• Think creatively; question the status quo, while following documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards
• Support overall organization in the strategic planning of labor power, equipment and other resources
• Identify opportunities for training improvements and coordinate with technical training team to develop new hire and advanced skill training programs
• Develop, initiate, and enforce system policies and procedures, enforce them in a fair and equitable manner
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM or business discipline, or 4+ years of SpaceX experience
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership position
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in guiding teams through production stabilization and maturation
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization, including production technicians, engineering, and the Executive level
• A strong technical understanding and practical knowledge of manufacturing process, systems integration, and hardware requirements
• Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
• Highly motivated and team-oriented leader with strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams within the organization
• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation
• Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles, efficiency methods
• Demonstrated record of high-performance (rated 4/4 or above in previous review cycles)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work long hours and weekends as needed
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to travel to other SpaceX sites; up to 10% travel

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Manager, Production: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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