3rd Shift Senior Manufacturing Supervisor (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-02-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an 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.

Collins Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for a 3rd shift Senior Manufacturing Supervisor at our facility in Windsor Locks, CT.  We’re looking for a passionate professional to accept a high level of responsibility within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  As a Senior Supervisor, you will provide direct supervision of hourly employees within the Advanced Manufacturing and Special Process operations area for the Air Management Systems business. The associates in that cell manufacture Heat Exchangers for many military and commercial applications.  Responsibilities of the role will include workforce management, work assignment, productivity, providing commitments, compliance, safety, training, lead Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings and coordinate cross functional team to ensure on-time delivery and quality of a highly complex product family.  Manage workforce disruptions, complete RCCAs and ensure continuous improvement of cell for flow, lean etc.

The Senior Supervisor must be able to work on-site full time and start the shift for your staff at 11:30pm daily.  A rotating weekend coverage schedule is shared amongst the team, where this position will only have to provide partial weekend support, with flexibility to adjust/swap coverage dates with teammates.

What You Will Do

• Provide leadership and clear direction to hourly employees on 3rd shift.

• Motivate and foster a positive work ethic and high team engagement.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives aligned with our CORE operating system and Roadmap objectives.

• Drive sustained improvements in safety, quality, production efficiency, material flow, and cost reduction.

• Coordinate and execute daily supervisory responsibilities including communication with support groups, project management, and issue resolution.

• Establish effective work schedules and prioritize workflow based on customer demand and available resources.

• Conduct daily toolbox and team meetings to ensure alignment and responsiveness to shifting production needs.

• Address any issues and engage the workforce in achieving cell goals.

• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving.

• Maintain strict adherence to Quality and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards.

• Timecard and attendance management.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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.

• Ability to work 3rd shift hours (11:30pm - 7:30am).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous experience with the supervision of hourly employees including work assignment & productivity management, safety/compliance/quality, and overall engagement

• Previous experience with fabrication, welding, brazing or special processes

• Experience working and leading a cross functional team through RCCA, Lean, Process Improvement

• Background in manufacturing including machining, welding, fabrication & special process preferred

• Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

• Adoption Assistance         

• Autism Benefit

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy.

Join us as we take flight!

May be eligible for relocation

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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