Production Supervisor

Manufacturing LeadershipHouston, TX — On-siteFull-time

Description

A hands-on production leader responsible for directing the daily workflow of the electronics assembly team, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring all work is completed on schedule and in full compliance with IPC workmanship standards, AS9100D quality requirements, and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

Plan, prioritize, and assign daily work across the assembly team to meet production schedules and on-time delivery targets
Supervise and coordinate manufacturing activities including SMT, through-hole, hand solder, mechanical assembly, and cable/harness builds
Monitor production output, identify bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvement in efficiency, yield, and throughput
Ensure all assemblies meet IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards
Review and interpret bills of materials, assembly drawings, and work instructions; escalate discrepancies to Engineering
Enforce adherence to all quality system procedures, including traveler documentation, first article inspection requirements, and nonconformance reporting
Track and report quality metrics (defect rates, rework hours, first-pass yield) to the Quality department
Support management with employee performance evaluations, coaching, and training development
Maintain compliance with all safety protocols, ESD controls, and ITAR/export control requirements
Perform hands-on assembly and soldering work as needed to support production demands

Requirements

5+ years of electronics assembly experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
Strong working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 inspection and acceptance criteria
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and written work instructions
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and hold a team accountable in a fast-paced production environment
Strong communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Familiarity with ESD handling procedures and shop floor safety practices

Preferred Qualifications

IPC-A-610 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 CIS or CIT certification
Experience with wave soldering, selective soldering, or reflow oven operations
Exposure to AS9100D or ISO 9001 quality management systems
Experience working in an ITAR-registered facility
Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems for production scheduling and tracking

Position Details

Category: Manufacturing Leadership
Location: Houston, TX
Employment: Full-time

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