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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

by Air Transport Services Group

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Date Posted

September 21, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

View details for Tampa

Locations

Tampa, Florida

Application Deadline

October 21, 2026

Description

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor leads maintenance teams within our MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) operations. Typically coming from an A&P mechanic background, the supervisor oversees day-to-day maintenance, ensures compliance with FAA 145 regulations, manages workflows on multiple aircraft, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to meet quality and schedule requirements.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid company holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Five (5) years’ experience in heavy aircraft maintenance, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity, or the demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position
  • Preferred valid Airframe & Powerplant license; Minimum of A License
  • Must have previous FAA 145 Repair Station experience
  • Proficient in the interpretation of blueprints, technical orders, test equipment used in the work described above, and various aircraft components and systems
  • Have working knowledge of computer software packages used within the facility
  • Must be able to demonstrate a sense of leadership under all circumstances and conditions
  • Must be able to multi-task and manage workflows on multiple aircraft
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime
  • Must successfully pass mechanical, structural, and avionics assessments
  • A valid driver’s license is required for this position.

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

  • Provide oversight to ensure maintenance and documentation is in compliance
  • Assign maintenance tasks and personnel
  • Evaluate and estimate maintenance time and cost
  • Provide oversight and co-sign with uncertificated mechanics
  • Sign documents for the repair station as noted in the authorized to sign roster
  • Coordinate maintenance plan with other departments
  • Identify training needs, tools, and special equipment required
  • Ensure the responsible mechanic properly executes all necessary work records
  • Monitor and update flow plan as required
  • Supervise maintenance performed by un-certificated mechanics or personnel unfamiliar with the methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools
  • Provide OJT to crew members as required
  • Ensure all parts and materials are ordered as required to maintain schedule
  • Maintain daily turnover reports for each oncoming shift
  • Maintain the hangar and aircraft cleanliness at all times

Additional Duties

  • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager

Authority

  • Maintains authority over all activities of assigned work crew

Physical Requirements

  • Knowledge of use of protective equipment and safety protocol related to the possible exposure to dust, body fluids, radiation, chemicals, fumes, vapors, or mists that could potentially affect the health of the employee
  • Knowledge of use of protective equipment and safety protocols related to handling hazardous materials
  • Knowledge of fall protection requirements
  • Ability to withstand exposure to constant or intermittent loud/high noise levels
  • Ability to have close vision or clear vision at 20 inches or less
  • Ability to have distance vision or clear vision at 20 feet or more
  • Ability to have depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

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