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Production Line Supervisor (Hardware)

In short

This onsite role leads assembly technicians and production test operators on a hardware manufacturing line, covering hiring, training, shift scheduling, work order execution, and materials coordination. It's posted by a hardware product company and involves close daily coordination with inventory, lab operations, test development, and engineering to resolve production issues and improve SOPs. The role demands hands-on team leadership experience in a fast-paced physical environment and practical mid-shift decision-making. Salary range is $100K-$120K/year, based in San Jose.

About the Role
You will hire, train, and supervise assembly technicians and production test operators. You will schedule shifts, assign work, execute work orders, and keep materials, production data, and line operations on track. You will coordinate with inventory, lab operations, test development, and engineering to resolve issues and turn floor lessons into repeatable processes.
Requirements
•Experience leading a hands-on team in a fast-paced physical environment
•Experience scheduling people, assigning work, and running organized shifts
•Experience training new team members on standards and procedures
•Ability to manage supplies, maintain workflow, and identify bottlenecks
•Ability to make practical decisions during mid-shift issues
•Communication skills
•Ability to learn and use software tools
Responsibilities
•Recruit, hire, train, and develop assembly technicians and production test operators
•Train operators on SOPs and enforce safety, quality, and ownership standards
•Schedule and assign work for each shift
•Execute work orders and deliver builds on time and to specification
•Coordinate with receiving and inventory to maintain material flow and prevent shortages
•Triage production issues and engage the appropriate engineers
•Maintain accurate data in inventory, manufacturing-execution, and test software
•Coordinate daily with production, inventory, lab operations, and engineering
•Investigate process issues, test failures, and escapes and drive fixes to closure
•Report line status, risks, and resource needs to leadership
•Improve SOPs, processes, training, and site-readiness checklists
Benefits
•Medical, dental, and vision coverage
•$500 monthly credit for waiving medical benefits
•$2,500 monthly housing subsidy for employees living within walking distance of the office
•Relocation support for moves to San Jose
•Wellness benefits covering fitness and mental health
•Daily lunch and dinner in the office
•Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification

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