Production Supervisor

Management

Production Supervisor Chantilly, VA Posted: 6/9/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

218461

Job Category:

Management

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor, in Chantilly, VA. Job ID#218461

Job Description:

As the Manufacturing Operations Coordinator, you will assist the Sr. Manager of Operations and Factory Operations Team in the manufacturing, assembly, and test of electro-mechanical assemblies. You will work directly with the Factory Operations Team in the execution of production tasks in accordance with defined production schedules and in accordance with documented policies, procedures, and the organization's ISO9001/AS9100 registered Quality Management System.

Job Responsibility:

• Assisting in the daily execution of the Build Plan for Factory Operations.

• Active role in Daily Tiered Accountability / Management.

• Identifying, communicating, and resolving any bottlenecks and / or constraints in the overall Factory Operations Value Stream.

• Monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and metrics and working Factory Operations stakeholders to develop and implement "Return to Green" plans as needed

• Conducting audits and cycle counts of Work-in-Progress (WIP) on the shop floor

• Manage stock of production consumable / KANBAN items

• Entry of purchase requisitions for shop supplies, services, and other items for Factory Operations

• Ensure employees comply with all procedures and processes specified in the QMS.

• Assist with / coordinate with Quality Assurance on preventative maintenance and calibration tasks for identified tools, equipment, fixtures, etc.

Develop, maintain, and update process documentation, forms, records, reports, etc.

• Maintain logs, paperwork, and forms consistent with company policy and practices.

• Assists with / may execute tasks in various areas of Factory Operations: inventory stocking, job kitting, assembly, test, inspection, packaging, etc. as needed.

• Assisting with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) / Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualification:

• 1 - 3 Years of experience in a manufacturing / assembly / factory operations role

• Experience working with an ISO9001 and / or AS9100 registered QMS

• Familiarity with PC software (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• Familiarity with MES, ERP, MRP software solutions

• Ability to manage multiple, conflicting and changing priorities to meet client deadlines

• Ability to demonstrate, or develop, an understanding of Lean Manufacturing.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work with a diverse work force.

• Ability to multi-task and to execute under pressure.

• US person status or clearance related requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ Year of manufacturing leadership experience as a Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.

• Experience with MRP and factory control tools.

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt / Green Belt

• Knowledge of RCA/RCCA Methodologies - 5 Why's, Fishbone, 8D

• Knowledge of IPC-610, IPC-620, IPC-JSTD-001

• Knowledge of Microsoft PowerBI

• Knowledge of Oracle

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

1. Constantly move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Specific abilities required by the job include positioning oneself to lift or move objects weighing up to 40lbs.

2. Constant movement and use of limbs. Specific abilities required by this job include prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and frequently pinching and/or gripping. Sometimes, working under a microscope for long periods of time will be required

3. Frequently observe, detect, discern, and convey information. Specific abilities required by this job include near, far and color vision acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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