Machine Maintenance Supervisor (Starlink) at SpaceX
Bastrop, TX
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR (STARLINK)
SpaceX is looking for an experienced machine maintenance supervisor to oversee maintenance activities, operated over a 4 crew shift system, supporting the Starlink program. The maintenance supervisor will be responsible for building the team and developing all the processes necessary to create a high performing maintenance department. Candidate should have strong leadership skills, and extensive experience working in a fast paced environment, managing schedules and workflows.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build and lead a competent team of multi-skilled technicians capable of dealing with the varying process equipment supporting the build process
Create and update PM work plans and schedules for all assets
Support the engineers/planner with establishing the type of corrective maintenance and requested completion date, based on the analyses of each asset in failure, in order to create the required PM schedule
Partner with engineering team, keeping up to date with all new developing technology that could improve our production operations
Build a spares inventory that supports the maintenance strategy for each equipment type
Responsible for supporting the scheduler to assign technicians and contractors to complete all PM schedule
Responsible for supervising the execution of all maintenance work including emergency breakdown situation and monitoring progress
Troubleshooting as needed to ensure a timely completion
Communicate progress to the stakeholders at any time during the work
Develop and manage metrics like Uptime, OEE and mean time to repair that will steer the correct decision making in the department
Responsible for verifying all activities have been executed as planned and confirming that the asset is working again, according to required values
Establishes possible residual effects and take required action to prevent problems from reoccurring
Responsible for root cause analysis reports to feedback learning and improvement opportunities to the maintenance engineers and asset owners to further improve maintenance performance
Assign the correct skills to each situation and maintain a skills matrix for all technicians and identify their training needs
Report and keep a daily log of activities and create major breakdown reports and manage workforce shift utilization as well as absence request
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experience in machining, maintenance, or production/manufacturing; OR 5+ years of professional experience in machining, maintenance, or production/manufacturing
2+ years of experience in a direct leadership role
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Degree in an engineering discipline
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams
Ability to adapt to constant changing work assignments and a fast paced work environment
Experience applying lean manufacturing principles, and efficiency methods
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to lift, stand, climb, bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, stretch, and carry are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Supervisor, Machine Maintenance: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
