What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Matrix Composites Inc?
We are a well-established Aerospace and defense composite manufacture, relocating a growing 35-year-old company to Largo Florida. We are looking for talented individuals that will be a great addition to our team. We are recruiting candidates that would be willing to train in Rockledge FL before we transfer locations and then assist us with the move. Once the move is complete, you will be a key member of the company as we continue to grow in 2026 and beyond. This is a full-time, permanent position. We are looking for a strong production supervisor to lead each of our 10-hour shifts (Monday through Thursday).
At Matrix, the Production Supervisor is responsible and accountable to oversee manufacturing operations and support activities to meet business objectives. Accountable for all aspects of production operations and production program performance by leading initiatives and management of the plant operations to meet or exceed all daily, monthly and yearly goals for safety and production.
Safety is a core value at Matrix Composites. Our supervisors play a critical role in creating and maintaining a safe workplace for our employees by following all Matrix Composites safety policies and procedures and by observing employees to ensure that safety procedures are followed.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, where applicable:
- Manage all functions involved and direct and coordinate operations for the efficiency of the plant in regard to plant goals for safety, quality and production plans.
- Ensure all employees maintain compliance to all company rules including safety, production and general workplace rules.
- Work with Production Manager to evaluate individuals on a regular basis and develop training plans to ensure growth of individuals reporting to them.
- Ensure a workplace that will both recognize those employees that contribute to the success of the organization as well as address those that fail to meet our standards.
- Manage all production programs and operations to achieve on-time and on budget performance.
- Ensure plant remains in compliance with production operations aerospace quality certifications and standards (ISO-9001, AS9100, etc.), as well as all health, safety and environmental regulations.
- Daily tracking and reporting of key production measures
- Work with all groups to identify opportunities for improvements and lead efforts to reduce costs and improve plant efficiencies. Other projects and duties as assigned by Production Manager.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, where applicable:
- Education and/or experience: Minimum of an AA degree and three to five years of related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Years of relevant past experience required: 3 – 5 years
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and to manage time effectively.
- Ability to exhibit poise, composure and confidence when confronting stressful or high-pressure situations.
- Ability to motivate employees to attain peak performance by establishing an employee recognition program.
- Proficiency of MS Office and manufacturing reporting programs
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100C audit guidelines is highly desirable.
- Able to quickly ascertain a situation and be decisive in solving it, such as identifying defects in the production line.
- Lead by example through honesty, integrity and respect for others.
Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. Use hands, fingers, to handle or feel; reach with hand and arms; talk and hear. The associate must occasionally lift/and move up to 10 pounds.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Proof of United States Citizenship or Right-to-Work in United States. Must meet the US Persons definition (US Citizen or Green Card holder)