Production Supervisor, Composites
The Production Supervisor, Composites will join the manufacturing team at Rocket Lab, a rapidly growing innovative aerospace company known for designing and launching advanced rockets and spacecraft. This leadership role focuses on the composites division, supporting the production of key rocket structures and components. The Production Supervisor helps enable the company's mission to streamline access to space and plays a crucial part in ensuring timely, high-quality manufacturing output.
Key responsibilities include overseeing composite production operations on the shop floor, coordinating daily work schedules, and managing a team of technicians and operators. The supervisor ensures compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Developing team members’ skills, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating cross-functionally with engineering and quality teams are also central to the day-to-day work.
To succeed in this role, candidates should bring several years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong background in composites or aerospace preferred. Leadership experience supervising production staff is essential, along with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, communicate effectively, and implement process improvements. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, production tracking systems, and composite fabrication methods is highly desired.
Rocket Lab offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and unique perks such as opportunities for professional development, access to cutting-edge technology, and the chance to work on pioneering space projects. Employees enjoy a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation, teamwork, and the pursuit of ambitious goals.
This position provides a career-defining opportunity to contribute to the fast-evolving commercial space industry. Rocket Lab's culture values initiative, collaboration, and a passion for accomplishing challenging missions—making it an ideal workplace for driven individuals seeking growth and impact.