NIAR Production Supervisor – AMP Lab Job at Wichita State University
Position Details
Position Title
NIAR Production Supervisor – AMP Lab
Position Number
NEW
Position Status
Full-Time
Regular Work Hours
Typically, 8 hour shifts, Monday – Friday. Additional hours, including work on weekends, may be required for business needs. Work is performed onsite and in-person.
Location
Wichita, KS - Other Wichita Location
Description
University Overview
Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong.
Position Specific Responsibilities
The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development.
This position is responsible for leading employee development in lean manufacturing and cross training of machinery. Developing employees to meet safety, quality, and productivity requirements; maintaining equipment; and improving processes are all key for this role.
This position is responsible for leading employee development in lean manufacturing and cross training of machinery. Developing employees to meet safety, quality, and productivity requirements; maintaining equipment; and improving processes are all key for this role.
If you have a positive attitude and are looking for an opportunity to lead employees in an expanding manufacturing business, consider applying with us!
Summary of Responsibilities
Manages, plans, and organizes functional area(s) of the machine shop to ensure that goods are produced to standards. Oversees and coordinates the activities and functions that are performed by team. Manages staff and trains staff and ensures employees are following all safety and operating procedures. Assists in strategy and budget preparation for the machine shop.
Essential Functions
- Oversees the day to day workflow and activity of staff
- Works with leadership to monitor respective functional area(s) of the shop and makes recommendations to improve performance that impacts the organization
- Continually trains shop team members of necessary skill levels to accomplish goals
- Collaborates and strategizes with leadership team to meet quality and delivery requirements and deadlines
- Ensure employees are following all safety and operating procedures
Commitment
Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.
Requirements
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
Preferred Education
Minimum Experience
Four (4) years of experience in an aerospace/aircraft/automotive machine shop; One (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory role
Preferred Experience
- Three (3) years of manufacturing experience operating CNC cutting machines.
- Two (2) years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
- Process Engineering and Process Improvement experience such as Lean, Six Sigma, etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong computer skills with ability to work within production software programs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use Mastercam and CATIA software effectively.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Ability to document, plan and execute tasks.
- Established project management skills.
- Successfully leads and manages in a thriving environment, with a “can-do” attitude when complex situations arise.
- Takes initiative and recovers from matters quickly.
- Drives deadlines and schedules consistently.
- Ability to conduct performance evaluations, setting expectations & standards for employee growth.
- Excels in rigorous situations with positive outcomes.
Licenses, Certificates and Registrations
Sponsorship
No, due to export control requirements, the University cannot sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position.
User Export Compliance
This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person”.
Additional Information
Special Instructions
Department Information
Department
102177-NIAR - Shop
Salary Information
Pay Information
Commensurate with experience
Overtime Eligibility
No
Eligible for Shift Differential?
No
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
Benefit Information
Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.
You can find more information on benefits in the New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
- Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
- Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
- Generous time off accruals
- Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 8 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.
- Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.
- Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Shared Leave Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart
You can find more information on benefits in the New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide.
Requisition Details
Requisition Details
Posting Date
05/10/2023
Closing Date
Proposed Start Date
Physical Demands
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position.
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
- Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation.
Physical Weight Category
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Light work involves remaining stationary most of the time.
Additional Physical Demands
Physical Demands
Atypical Physical Job Requirements
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