Manager, Value Add

Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and operations in 14 countries, we bring expertise across Commercial, Defense, Space, Business Aviation and Cargo through our specialized business divisions, Electronics, Hardware, Commercial Aftermarket, and Defense Aftermarket. For more information, please visit the FDH Aero website.

Why Work Here? Fast-paced & Impactful Work – Every decision helps keep aircraft flying and missions moving Driven Team & Culture – Supportive, driven colleagues who support you every step of the way High-Growth Opportunities – We invest in your success with training and development Competitive Benefits Package – Includes medical, dental, vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401k matching, wellness activities and more At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people, and our culture empowers every team member to contribute and grow. As a global team, our culture is rooted in five (5) core values that begin with the words “We are” and include: service-first, respectful, amplifiers, open-minded and accountable.

We Are Looking For The Supervisor, Value Add is responsible for leading the day-to-day activities of the Value Add team, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with customer, quality, and production requirements. This role provides direct supervision and coaching to Value Add Associates, coordinates workflow and staffing, monitors performance and quality, and supports continuous improvement of value-added production processes.

What You’ll Do

As a Supervisor, Value Add, you’ll be responsible for:

• Plan, organize, and oversee daily Value Add activities, work assignments, production priorities, and team coverage.
• Supervise Value Add Associates and provide day-to-day direction, coaching, feedback, and support to ensure effective performance.
• Monitor production output, backlog, quality, and key performance indicators and take appropriate action to address gaps.
• Ensure work orders, customer specifications, blueprints, and other production documentation are reviewed and followed accurately.
• Oversee value-added processes including labeling, packaging, bonding or adhesive preparation, machine operation, part setup, and other customer-specific production requirements.
• Ensure in-process inspections and quality checks are completed accurately and that nonconforming product or process concerns are promptly identified and escalated.
• Coordinate training and cross-training for Value Add Associates on standard work, equipment, quality requirements, and safe operating practices.
• Support onboarding of new team members and verify employees are appropriately trained before performing assigned work independently.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with required PPE, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas in accordance with 5S and workplace organization standards.
• Monitor equipment and machine performance, coordinate basic troubleshooting, and escalate maintenance or technical issues as needed.
• Partner with the Manager, Value Add or Assistant Manager, Value Add, based on reporting assignment, to balance staffing, capacity, workflow, and production priorities.
• Coordinate with Warehouse, Quality, Operations, Sales, and other cross-functional teams to support customer requirements and on-time completion.
• Identify material shortages, documentation issues, workflow constraints, and other production barriers and coordinate timely resolution.
• Review and maintain accurate production records, work order documentation, logs, and other required operational records.
• Support the investigation and resolution of quality issues, process deviations, safety incidents, and production discrepancies.
• Communicate daily priorities, expectations, changes, and performance information clearly to the team.
• Provide input regarding employee performance, attendance, development needs, recognition, and corrective action in partnership with management and Human Resources.
• Support adherence to timekeeping, attendance, scheduling, and other workforce practices for assigned employees.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, workflow, equipment utilization, and standard work.
• Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of approved process changes.
• Ensure tools, materials, components, and supplies are available and organized to support scheduled production.
• Assist with hands-on Value Add work when operational needs require while maintaining primary responsibility for team supervision and workflow.
• Serve as a point of escalation for employee questions and day-to-day operational issues, elevating matters to the assigned Manager or Assistant Manager as appropriate.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of production, value-added, warehouse, or related operational experience, including demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience; equivalent progressive FDH experience may be considered.
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Hands-on people leader with strong coaching, communication, and team-building skills.
• Strong working knowledge of production workflows, standard work, quality requirements, and safe operating practices.
• Ability to prioritize work, allocate resources, and respond effectively to changing production demands.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, assess risk, and coordinate timely resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and company systems to review work orders, document activity, and monitor performance.
• Ability to meet deadlines accurately, manage multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• ITAR Requirement
• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR Job Type: Full Time

FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.