2nd Shift Operations Supervisor

2nd Shift Operations Supervisor – (Aerospace Manufacturing)

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Monday - Fridays

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Compensation: $80,000 – $130,000, commensurate with experience

Direct Reports: 15–30 hourly employees

About Us

Precision Aerospace, LLC is a Tier 1 aerospace manufacturer with over 40 years of experience based in Phoenix, Arizona. We specialize in high-precision manufacturing for the aerospace industry, including CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication. We are currently seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Operations Supervisor to lead and support evening operations while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met.

This role is critical to maintaining production continuity, driving accountability, and supporting our fast-paced manufacturing environment during off-shift hours.

Why Join Precision Aerospace?

At Precision Aerospace, you’ll join a team recognized for speed, quality, responsiveness, and technical excellence. We believe strong leadership on every shift is essential to exceeding customer expectations.

We offer:

• A supportive, safety-first work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture
• The opportunity to make a daily operational impact

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Referral program

Responsibilities & Expectations

The 2nd Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations during evening hours, ensuring productivity, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and supervise daily 2nd shift manufacturing operations to meet cost, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives
• Directly manage, coach, and develop a team of 15–30 hourly employees
• Ensure seamless handoff and communication between 1st and 2nd shifts
• Communicate production status, constraints, and issues clearly to leadership and cross-functional teams
• Drive workflow optimization and operational efficiencies through standard work, visual management, and accountability
• Exercise sound independent judgment in high-pressure situations while escalating critical issues appropriately
• Collaborate with Production Control and other departments to maintain real-time production tracking and schedule adherence
• Delegate work assignments effectively based on skill level, workload, and priorities
• Ensure manufacturing processes support operator ergonomics, efficiency, and quality
• Enforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
• Identify, investigate, and resolve production, quality, and personnel issues proactively
• Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Education Requirements

• ?Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, including CNC machining and/or sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and processing
• Prior supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and production excellence
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and hold teams accountable on off-shift hours
• High-energy, hands-on leader with strong manufacturing floor presence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage people, projects, and operational priorities effectively
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to a respectful, inclusive workplace
• Self-starter with the ability to follow direction while exercising initiative
• Thorough understanding of safety protocols and company policies

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, writing, and typing
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds
• Occasional reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, grasping, twisting, bending, and repetitive motion
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, ear protection, and safety shoes

Salary : $80,000 - $130,000