End of Line Supervisor at Saronic Technologies in Austin, TX

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. End of Line Supervisor Job Overview: The End of Line Supervisor will play a critical role in ensuring the successful final assembly, testing, and delivery of autonomous surface vessels. You will oversee a team dedicated to the end-of-line operations from final integration through quality assurance, ensuring that each vessel meets rigorous performance, quality, and compliance standards before shipment to our defense customers. This is a high-visibility role requiring a mix of technical knowledge, leadership, and strong organizational skills Key Responsibilities: End of Line Operations Supervisor: • Oversee the final assembly, testing, and quality assurance of autonomous surface vessels. • Assist in coordinating all end-of-line activities to ensure vessels are completed on time, meet required specifications, and pass all performance and safety tests. • Supervise final system integration, ensuring all hardware and software components are properly configured and function as intended. • Lead team in any corrective efforts so that timelines are met. Quality Control and Assurance: • Implement and enforce rigorous testing and inspection processes to ensure every unit meets DoD requirements and exceeds customer expectations. • Work closely with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to monitor quality metrics, identify areas for improvement, and drive corrective actions. • Develop, maintain, and update end-of-line documentation, checklists, and procedures for continuous improvement Team Leadership and Coordination: • Lead and mentor a team of technicians and engineers responsible for the final stages of production. • Ensure all team members adhere to safety standards, quality protocols, and project timelines. Process Optimization: • Continuously assess and improve end-of-line processes to increase efficiency, reduce production costs, and minimize defects. • Drive the implementation of lean manufacturing practices and other continuous improvement methodologies. • Maintain a focus on scalability as production volume increases and new ASV models are introduced. Documentation and Reporting: • Ensure all end-of-line activities are properly documented, and maintain clear and accurate records of inspections, tests, and results. Compliance and Regulatory Oversight: • Ensure that all final products meet DoD compliance standards and regulatory requirements. • Stay up to date on relevant industry standards and best practices for autonomous vehicle production and testing. Qualifications: Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience. Experience: • 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role. • Experience with autonomous vehicles, unmanned systems, maritime systems, or defense-related technologies preferred. • Strong background in quality control, testing procedures, troubleshooting and leadership. • Familiarity with DoD requirements, military standards, and relevant regulatory frameworks is a plus. Physical Demands • Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day • Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs. • The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs • Ability to work outside for an extended period of time • Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight 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 of time, including up to 12 hours/day • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high struct