Factory Supervisor

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats. CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit Role Overview Lead execution of high-rate production using lean principles and standard work Drive output against build plan while maintaining quality and process discipline Develop technicians and enforce accountability on the floor Own flow, identify abnormalities, and drive rapid problem resolution Build scalable production systems while operating at pace Responsibilities Production Execution Own shift-level execution vs. build plan (output, takt, WIP) Ensure adherence to standard work and process controls Monitor performance vs. targets and respond immediately to gaps Drive recovery actions to maintain schedule Coordinate with Material, Quality, and Engineering to maintain flow Ensure readiness of material, tooling, and test before work starts Communicate status, risks, and recovery plans clearly Lean Operations & Flow Implement and maintain visual management (boards, status, abnormalities) Identify flow disruptions and eliminate waste (waiting, rework, motion, etc.) Maintain line balance and WIP control Escalate and resolve constraints quickly (andon mindset) Leadership & Accountability Act as the first line of defense against material-driven downtime Direct and prioritize technician work in real time Enforce discipline around pace, quality, and standard work Develop team capability through coaching and on-the-job training Hold clear ownership for execution at the line level Lead structured problem solving (5-Why, root cause) on production issues Contain issues immediately and drive permanent corrective actions Capture and standardize improvements into process and work instructions Minimum Requirements 8+ years in manufacturing leadership in high-rate environments Strong experience with lean manufacturing systems and standard work Proven ability to manage technicians and drive disciplined execution Experience managing WIP, flow, and production constraints in real time Hands‑on experience with structured problem solving (5-Why, root cause) Preferred Requirements Experience implementing Toyota Production System principles Experience with visual management and tiered accountability systems Background in electronics or hardware manufacturing Experience in aerospace/defense or high-reliability production Familiarity with ERP/MES systems Why CHAOS? Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices Salary Range: $80,000 - $130,000 The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Recruiting Agencies CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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