Production Lead (Corsair Integration, Subassembly & Machine Shop - First & Second Shift) at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and training abilities
  • Understanding of safety regulations, quality control, and production processes
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing production demands
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods, up to 12 hours/day
  • Frequently and repetitively lift, push, and carry up to 20 lbs., including up and down stairs
  • Ability to work outside for extended periods
  • Frequently and repetitively bend, lift, and reach to install vehicle parts overhead accurately and in allotted timeframes
  • Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
  • Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist, and crawl for extended periods, up to 12 hours/day
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures
  • Ability to find issues in work processes and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
  • Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time
  • Exposure to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
  • Wear Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., safety glasses, shoes, hearing protection, gloves) and adhere to safety rules

Responsibilities

  • Train new employees on production processes and company policies
  • Certify team members on specific job tasks to ensure competency and compliance with safety and quality standards
  • Promote and enforce safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment
  • Monitor and ensure product quality meets company standards
  • Oversee production to meet cost and throughput requirements
  • Plan, schedule, and allocate manpower based on production needs
  • Adjust manpower allocation in response to daily production requirements and unexpected absences
  • Act as a backup to the production supervisor, overseeing operations and decision-making
  • Collaborate with the team to identify areas for improvement in the production process
  • Implement strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain production targets

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Production LeadershipTeam ManagementEmployee TrainingSafety ComplianceQuality ControlManpower SchedulingProcess ImprovementManufacturing ProcessesComposites FabricationMachine Shop Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What shifts are available for the Production Lead role?

The role covers First and Second Shift in the Corsair Integration, Subassembly & Machine Shop.

What are the key qualifications for this position?

Candidates need proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment, strong leadership and team management skills, excellent communication and training abilities, understanding of safety regulations, quality control, and production processes, plus the ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing demands.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the physical demands of this job?

The role requires physically demanding work up to 12 hours/day, including lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs., working outside, standing and walking over uneven terrain, and frequent bending, reaching, stooping, climbing, and crawling.

What makes a strong candidate for the Production Team Leader position?

A strong candidate has proven manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or prior team leader roles, along with familiarity with ION or Arena.

Saronic

Develops advanced autonomous surface vessels

About Saronic

Saronic Technologies develops Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) that enhance the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. These vessels utilize adaptive path planning, passive sensors, and advanced algorithms, along with edge computing, to effectively identify and track targets. They are designed to operate in challenging environments, using resilient multichannel communications to support both manned and unmanned operations. Saronic Technologies differentiates itself by focusing on military and defense clients, aiming to improve situational awareness, extend operational reach, and enhance survivability during maritime missions. The company's goal is to provide solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing operational strategies or support new maritime tactics, generating revenue through the sale of ASVs and related customization services.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$223.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
DefenseIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Stock Options
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from other defense tech startups threatens Saronic's market share.
Rapid AI advancements may require costly updates to maintain competitive ASV systems.
Geopolitical tensions could hinder international collaborations and foreign government sales.

Differentiation

Saronic integrates AI, hardware, and software into scalable, fully integrated maritime platforms.
Their ASVs feature adaptive path planning and advanced algorithms for effective target tracking.
Saronic's multichannel communications enable seamless manned-unmanned teaming in contested environments.

Upsides

Raised $175M in Series B funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation in 2024.
Growing demand for autonomous vessels in defense and commercial sectors boosts market potential.
AI integration in ASVs enhances decision-making and operational efficiency for maritime missions.

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