Production Supervisor

About the Company

At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and layout of the new production floor, including work cells, flow, and equipment placement
• Evaluate, recommend, and coordinate procurement of production machinery and tooling
• Develop and implement tool control systems, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures
• Participate in the selection and setup of an MRP/ERP system
• Hire, train, and supervise a team of skilled technicians and operators
• Establish a high-performance culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety
• Manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring schedule adherence, quality standards, and efficiency targets are met
• Collaborate with engineering on manufacturability feedback and process optimization
• Develop and monitor KPIs and drive root cause analysis for production issues

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing leadership role
• Proven experience setting up or scaling a manufacturing facility
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, tool control systems, and production flow optimization
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment
• Hands-on, no-task-too-small mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft or aerospace manufacturing
• Familiarity with composites, precision machining, or complex assembly lines
• CAD literacy
• OSHA or safety training certifications