DOW Skillbridge Internship - Assembly Supervisor in Valencia, California at ITT Aerospace Controls LLC

ITT Inc. is proud to be a military-friendly company and an approved DoD SkillBridge partner, committed to providing engaging, meaningful and impactful opportunities to transitioning military service members. ITT values the experience that you have gained during your time in the military and we look forward to welcoming you onto a team that recognizes and appreciates the unique skillsets that you bring to the workplace.

We are excited to offer our hardworking and talented transitioning service members real-world, hands-on training in today’s in-demand fields. As an ITT SkillBridge participant, you will receive key professional opportunities and support from experienced managers, who will guide you in transferring your skills to the civilian workplace and thriving after separation.

Please note: You must be a transitioning service member within the last 180 of U.S. military service to qualify for this position. Per DoD SkillBridge regulations, this program does not provide compensation through ITT Inc.

Positiion Summary: The Assembly Supervisor serves as a front-line operations leader responsible for leading a team of assemblers, executing production schedules, and maintaining strict adherence to quality and performance standards.

Operations & Mission Execution

• Lead and supervise daily assembly to ensure production goals and delivery commitments are met.
• Assign work and prioritize tasks based on production schedules, operational requirements, and resource availability.
• Coordinate closely with Production Planning and Scheduling to ensure timely completion and shipment of orders.
• Manage personnel, equipment, tooling, and materials to ensure full operational coverage and efficiency.

Technical Oversight & Problem Solving

• Interpret blueprints, technical specifications, and engineering directives to guide assembly processes and resolve issues.
• Serve as the first line of response for troubleshooting production challenges and technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with engineering, safety, and quality standards throughout all operations.

Leadership & Team Readiness

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of assemblers, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Maintain a positive, disciplined work environment focused on teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Build team capability through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Coordinate with other supervisors and departments to ensure continuity of operations and mission alignment.

Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain and enforce quality standards and operational procedures.
• Participate in and lead initiatives to improve processes, standardize work methods, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance production flow and minimize downtime.
• Ensure a safe working environment while meeting production objectives.

Production Control & Reporting

• Oversee daily production activities and monitor performance against established targets.
• Collect, analyze, and report production data to leadership.
• Ensure availability of materials, tools, and equipment to prevent disruptions to operations.
• Minimize production downtime through proactive planning and rapid response to issues.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical or leadership training preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, assembly, or maintenance operations (military leadership experience equivalent).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage resources, and execute in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field, or equivalent work/military experience.
• Lean principles- experience in continuous flow manufacturing environments with application of.
• Understanding how to interpret blueprints, specifications, and assembly processes.
• Experience with MRP systems and production planning tools preferred OR planning systems.

Active-Duty Military members seeking a Skillbridge opportunity in the manufacturing industry are also encouraged to reach out to the ITT Skillbridge Lead Reagan.Dyer@ITT.com for further information on skillbridge opportunities at ITT.

This is an unpaid internship in accordance with DOW Skillbridge regulations. This opportunity is exclusive to Transitioning Military Service members within the last 180 days of Military Service.

Safety is a core value at ITT. Our employees understand and follow all ITT safety policies and procedures, participate in workplace inspections, safety training, and in the development of job safety analyses.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.