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SUPERVISOR, WASTEWATER (STARLINK PCB)

SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for talented, creative, and driven supervisors to drive manufacturing tools and processes, from initial concept development to full scale production. You will drive the relationship between engineering, development, and production teams and will interact regularly with department leadership. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, security, and user experience of the products that you deliver.

As a Starlink Water Treatment Supervisor, you will manage a small team of technicians while working closely with specialists and engineers, ultimately driving the transition from installation and qualification to a 24/7 state of the art waste water treatment plant with the mission of recycling process water from our PCB production facility. This supervisor will take technical direction from the engineering team and turn it into reality. The supervisor will also drive progress on an hour-by-hour and day-by-day basis by effectively using labor resources, prioritizing work, and setting goals. For this role specifically, it is highly important that the supervisor is an inspiring leader, frequently working side by side with their team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and manage a team of technicians: including all performance management related tasks Supervise shop floor activity, including daily schedules and workflow Effectively organize, assign, and track work/deliverables for the team, ensuring seamless progression through multi-shift work schedules Prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals Support efforts to transition equipment from engineering development to full rate production Develop standard work instructions and PM schedules Identify training needs and develop a training program Provide required data and reporting to support departmental metrics and improvement objectives Maximize productivity, efficiency, and quality Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory Continuously improve people, process, and equipment Schedule risk identification and mitigation Coordinate efforts to minimize production interruptions Ensure process quality and conformance to specifications Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement Use root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of professional experience in a water treatment or waste water treatment plant in lieu of degree 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree Lean manufacturing training and experience Demonstrated ability to read and interpret controlled documentation such as: wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, GD&T, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP) and related programs

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work a flexible schedule as this role will supervise teams working 5am-5pm and 5pm-5am M-F. The hourly team’s schedule will also shift to AWS 24/7 schedule in 2025 Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed Able to travel for business trips up to 10% on an ongoing basis Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted Ability stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

Pay range:    
Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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