Sr. Supervisor, Production Control (Onsite)

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

• Experience applying analytical and problem‑solving techniques to translate data into actionable insights and measurable results.
• Experience driving process improvement and automation using tools such as Advanced Excel, VBA, Power BI, Power Automate, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with SAP or comparable ERP/MRP systems for inventory, order, and material management.
• Prior people leadership experience, including building team structure, setting expectations, and developing talent.
• Experience providing customer‑facing communication and stakeholder management support.
• Experience managing supplier, 3PL, or external repair vendor relationships.
• Working knowledge of inventory control best practices, including cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and material traceability.
• Experience in leading CI events and the use of CI tools and Lean methodology; Lean or Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations and/or the aerospace industry.
• Experience in an MRO environment is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of agency (ex. FAA, EASA) regulations for aircraft maintenance and certification is highly preferred.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking a Sr. Supervisor, Production Control to join our team in Santa Fe Springs, CA! The Sr. Supervisor, Production Control will lead a team of Associates responsible for enabling the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) business. This role drives material availability, customer communication, allocation management, and vendor coordination to ensure on-time delivery and exceptional customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a data-driven leader who applies analytics and continuous improvement principles to eliminate waste, automate manual processes, and build a high-performing, accountable team.

• →Leads, coaches, and develops a team of Operations Support Associates, establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations aligned with business objectives.
• →Ensures material readiness and piece part availability to support production schedules, minimize shop floor downtime, and reduce turnaround time (TAT).
• →Serves as a key customer liaison, proactively communicating unit availability, pickup readiness, and order status to drive customer satisfaction.
• →Manages customer allocations and shipping manifests, ensuring accuracy, contract compliance, and on-time delivery (OTD) performance.
• →Collaborates cross-functionally with Demand Planning and Production to communicate component requirements, mitigate shortages, and support Non-product purchasing.
• →Manages external repair vendor relationships, monitoring unit status, driving on-time returns, and escalating risks to prevent delivery impacts.
• →Owns the cycle count program to maintain inventory accuracy, perform root cause analysis on discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• →Oversees customer furnished material (CFM) and Collins furnished inventory to ensure proper control, traceability, and financial accountability.
• →Develops and maintains KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting to provide visibility into inventory health, customer delivery, vendor performance, and team productivity.
• →Identifies opportunities to streamline and automate manual processes, leveraging digital tools and data analytics to improve efficiency and scalability.
• →Leads and participates in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives using Lean methodologies, standard work, and structured problem-solving.
• →Ensures compliance with quality, regulatory, and customer contract requirements across all material and shipping activities.
• →Plans and maintains appropriate staffing levels, cross-training, and succession coverage within the area of responsibility.
• →Ensures and actively supports employees' career development through coaching, goal-setting, and regular feedback.
• →Manages team performance by addressing issues promptly, providing actionable feedback, and resolving conflicts to maintain operational effectiveness.
• →Promotes a strong safety culture and ensures the workplace is safe and free of significant hazards.
• →Performs other duties as assigned.
• →Travels up to 10%.

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The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. 

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

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