Description:We are Lockheed MartinThe story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the diverse talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense.
As a Manufacturing Supervisor in the Pinellas Fabrication Department, you’ll lead a skilled team within processing areas such as Paint, Chem Film, Heat Treat, Deburr, CNC machining, routers, punch, and waterjet. Your leadership will be critical to achieving cost, quality, and scheduling goals for high-stakes production manufacturing areas.
What You Will Be Doing• Leading daily manufacturing operations, assigning tasks, and managing execution across the Pinellas Fabrication Department.
• Driving performance by aligning workforce activities with program goals in Quality, Schedule, and Cost.
• Ensuring compliance with customer specifications, material guidelines, and company policies to maintain high standards.
• Proactively managing continuous improvement, technical training, and developing workforce competencies.
• Providing a safe work environment, addressing any safety issues promptly, and performing essential supervisory tasks.
• Overseeing employee recruitment, development, assessments, and recognition to support individual and team growth.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Fabrication, Machining, and Assembly teams to align on production objectives.
What’s In It For You• Leadership Opportunity: Drive team performance and operational excellence in a high-impact environment.
• Career Growth: Strengthen your supervisory and technical skills within a collaborative, multi-functional manufacturing setting.
• Innovation & Safety: Lead in a facility committed to continuous improvement, quality production, and employee safety.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Who You Are• You are an experienced supervisor with a strong background in manufacturing processes and an eye for operational efficiency.
• Your leadership style emphasizes safety, quality, and team development, and you have a hands-on approach to managing daily tasks and problem-solving.
• Known for building strong cross-functional relationships, you excel in a role that combines strategic planning with direct production oversight..
Our Commitment to DEIOur global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here:
Global DEI.Basic Qualifications:• Experience interpreting technical specifications incorporated with aerospace special processes.
• Experience interpreting blueprints, procedures, instruction manuals, specifications and engineering orders to clarify and resolve functional problems related to manufacturing process.
• Paint, Coatings, Chemical Conversion, Heat Treat, Fabrication, Machining, Assembly, or other manufacturing experience.
• Experience Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Skills:• Previous leadership experience
• Ability to be decisive and determine priorities of scheduled and drop in work.
• Must be able to lead a team and manage/resolve employee conflict.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functionally with multiple departments, including other manufacturing areas, as well as support organizations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact at all levels.
• Self-directed and able to work independently.
• Experience using business metrics to drive performance (cost, schedule, quality).
• Working Knowledge of Crew Plans
• Forecasting manpower
• Demonstrated skills with lean manufacturing techniques. • Proficient with Microsoft Office products, MRP and Solumina.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
