Repair & Overhaul Production Supervisor
ITT Inc.The Repair & Overhaul Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations of the repair and overhaul department, ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely repair of aerospace components and assemblies. This position oversees technicians and support staff, drives operational excellence, maintains compliance with quality and regulatory requirements, and ensures customer delivery commitments are achieved. The Repair & Overhaul Supervisor promotes continuous improvement initiatives, supports workforce development, and collaborates closely with Quality, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to meet business objectives. Supervise and coordinate daily repair and overhaul activities to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and customer requirements are met. Lead and develop a team of technicians, inspectors, and support personnel through coaching, training, performance management, and employee engagement. Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, environmental regulations, company policies, and applicable aerospace industry standards. Review work orders, repair instructions, technical data, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure proper execution of repair processes. Monitor department performance metrics including productivity, quality, turnaround time, on-time delivery, labor efficiency, and cost performance. Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve technical issues, non-conformances, root causes, and corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and other operational excellence methodologies. Ensure all repairs and overhauls are completed in compliance with FAA, AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements as applicable. Coordinate staffing levels, overtime requirements, training plans, and resource allocation to meet business demands. Support production planning activities by prioritizing work orders and managing workflow to maximize throughput and customer satisfaction. Monitor department budgets, labor utilization, and material usage to support financial objectives. Conduct routine audits and inspections to verify adherence to process controls, quality standards, and safety requirements. Participate in customer visits, audits, and program reviews as required. Maintain accurate production records, performance reports, and employee documentation. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous learning, and operational excellence. Education & Experience Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Aviation Technology or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, repair, overhaul, or MRO operations. Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or repair environment. Experience working within FAA-regulated, AS9100, ISO, or other highly regulated production environments preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of aerospace component repair and overhaul processes. Knowledge of manufacturing methods, technical drawings, specifications, and repair documentation. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and problem-solving methodologies. Proven ability to lead teams, develop employees, and drive operational performance. Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills. Ability to prioritize multiple projects and adapt to rapidly changing business needs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively across all organizational levels. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and production reporting tools. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements. Knowledge of root cause corrective action processes and quality management systems. TT.com for further information on skillbridge opportunities at ITT.