Blue Origin
ShiftLeadPayloadAccommodation-AShift
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“Shift Lead Payload Accommodation - A Shift at Blue Origin. Skills: Leadership, Operational execution, Cross-functional collaboration. Lead A-shift production operations. Ensure adherence to CQSS targets”
What You'll Achieve.
execution across cost, quality, schedule, and safety while supporting increasing production demands and workforce growth; drive performance to meet program objectives; Ensure adherence to cost, quality, schedule, and safety (CQSS) targets during evening operations; Drive on-time delivery across multiple shipsets in payload integration and vertical build structures; implement corrective actions to address gaps; reduce defects/rework; increase efficiency and reduce cost
Industry & Context.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Requires frequent presence on the shop floor, May support extended hours based on production needs, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum, Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience in manufacturing, production, or operations leadership, Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, understanding of rate production and workflow management, Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines, Effective communication and problem-solving skills, Experience with clean room operations or cleanroom protocol adherence
Nice to Have
Experience in aerospace or complex assembly manufacturing, Background leading multifunctional teams, Knowledge of lean manufacturing / continuous improvement principles, Experience managing tiered production builds or multiple shipsets, Familiarity with production metrics and performance tracking tools, Experience in payload integration, satellite components, or sensitive equipment handling, Previous experience leading evening/night shift operations
What You'll Do.
Lead A-shift production operations
Ensure adherence to CQSS targets
Supervise and support production employees
Coordinate across multifunctional teams
Drive on-time delivery
Monitor production metrics
Promote and enforce safety culture
Ensure payload integration quality standards
Lead continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain strict clean room protocols
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate across multifunctional teams (engineering, quality, supply chain, planning) to resolve issues and maintain flow during shift transitions; Communicate status, risks, and recovery plans to leadership and A-shift counterparts
Communication Scope
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. **Position Summary:** The A-Shift Shift Leader for Payload Accommodations Vertical and Clean Integration is responsible for leading a fast-paced, rate-driven manufacturing environment during second shift operations. This role ensures execution across cost, quality, schedule, and safety while supporting increasing production demands and workforce growth. The shift leader will oversee payload integration activities within clean environments and vertical build operations, leading a multifunctional team to drive performance to meet program objectives. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead A-shift production operations in Payload Accommodations and Clean Integration work centers * Ensure adherence to cost, quality, schedule, and safety (CQSS) targets during evening operations * Supervise and support a team of production employees, ensuring proper staffing and coverage for A-shift * Coordinate across multifunctional teams (engineering, quality, supply chain, planning) to resolve issues and maintain flow during shift transitions * Drive on-time delivery across multiple shipsets in payloa
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