Freeform
Manufacturing
ProductionDevelopmentSupervisor(2ndShift)
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“Production Development Supervisor (2nd Shift) at Freeform. Skills: Operational leadership, Process development, Team supervision. Lead and supervise technicians. Supervise machinists”
Industry & Context.
Resolve build issues; Identify process gaps; Drive corrective actions
2nd Shift
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's in engineering, Operational leadership experience, Team management experience, Develop production processes, Document production processes, Improve production processes
Nice to Have
Leadership development programs, Supervising technicians experience, Process development methodologies, Design of experiments, Lean/continuous improvement frameworks, Production metrics familiarity, First-pass yield familiarity, OEE familiarity, Operational KPIs familiarity, Organizational skills, Manage multiple priorities, Extended hours or overtime
What You'll Do.
Lead and supervise technicians
Supervise fabricators
Execute post-processing operations
Execute machining operations
Set daily work assignments
Set weekly work assignments
Adapt to changing priorities
Provide performance feedback
Develop production processes
Document production processes
Refine production processes
Improve first-pass yield
Identify process gaps
Drive implementation of improvements
Communicate status to leadership
Communicate risks to leadership
Drive corrective actions
Maintain shop environment
Support equipment qualification
Support calibration readiness
Support preventative maintenance
Foster a culture of safety
Foster a culture of collaboration
Foster a culture of accountability
Foster a culture of inclusivity
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Across partner teams
Communication Scope
Document processes clearly; Document processes concisely
Full Job Description
PRODUCTION DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR (2ND SHIFT) Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production. Our proprietary technology stack leverages advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning to produce digitally-verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speed and cost. Our mission is to make the transformative power of 3D printing available to all industries at scale and unlock the future of innovation. As a Production Development Supervisor at Freeform, you will sit at the intersection of operational leadership and process innovation. You will lead a team of technicians and machinists executing high-volume post-processing operations for complex metal 3D printed parts. You will develop and scale production processes, provide mentorship and guidance, and be a strong force that ensures performance, collaboration, and attitudes are aligned. You will operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where schedules evolve quickly and quality, safety, and reliability are critical. This role requires a combination of strong people leadership, hands-on manufacturing experience, and the technical depth to develop, document, and improve production processes in close partnership with manufacturing and process development teams. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative individuals who love solving hard problems and building amazing technology from scratch. Responsibilities: Lead and supervise a team of technicians, machinists, and fabricators responsible for complex post-processing and machining operations Set daily and weekly work assignments to meet tight schedules while adapting to changing priorities Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to direct reports, including skills development and career growth Own the development, documentation, and continuous refinement of producti
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