Assembly Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Posted Monday, September 8, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution.

As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

Provide exceptional leadership, supervision, and clear guidance to second-shift employees starting at 3:00 PM, ensuring the timely and successful completion of assigned duties while prioritizing adherence to departmental safety protocols. Cultivate a collaborative, team-driven work environment that embodies a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and mutual respect. Take ownership of driving operational and process excellence across all areas by leveraging strategic planning and effective problem-solving to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Foster open communication, deliver constructive feedback, and celebrate employee achievements to sustain motivation and build morale. Demonstrate commitment to company values by ensuring compliance with organizational standards and achieving operational goals.

This document does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities but highlights key duties expected of this role:

• Supervise and manage activities aligned with daily business and department needs.
• Develop, analyze, and deliver complex information effectively to team members.
• Facilitate seamless communication of schedules, objectives, quality concerns, and progress between shifts to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Mentor and guide employees, providing leadership that inspires growth and development.
• Ensure all personnel receive the required job-specific training and remain compliant with applicable training requirements.
• Assign tasks based on department needs, ensuring high-quality output and the achievement of departmental performance metrics.
• Support management in achieving program objectives and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify challenges and escalate them appropriately to management.
• Assess team expertise in executing assigned projects and tasks successfully.
• Fabricate, revise, and maintain tools, fixtures, jigs, and related components.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, and model-based definition data to determine fabrication methods.
• Consistently explore opportunities to add value and fulfill new requests that support organizational goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and ensure proper care of equipment and facilities.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Perform additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

A combination of education and experience that provides the skills and knowledge necessary for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including conventional machines, jig, and fixture manufacturing.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, qualifying as a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• Ability to efficiently manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Confi…