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Posting Start Date:  8/26/26

Job Title: Assembly Operations Supervisor 
Job Location: Portland-USA-97218 
Work Location Type: On-Site 
Salary Range: $65,491.77 - 81,864.70   

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

The Opportunity

As an Assembly Operations Supervisor, you'll lead a team responsible for preparing airline catering carts with beverages, snacks, crew meals, and other onboard service items. You'll also oversee our dishroom operation, ensuring carts, equipment, and service items are cleaned, sanitized, and ready for the next flight.

This is not a desk job. You'll spend your time on the floor, working alongside your team, keeping work moving, supporting employees, and making sure everything is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting on Day One
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid time off and company holidays
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Free meals during your shift
    • On-site parking
    • Career growth and advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

Lead Daily Assembly Operations

  • Guide the assembly of airline catering carts, including beverages, coffee kits, dry goods, crew meals, and service supplies
  • Ensure orders are accurate and completed according to airline specifications
  • Monitor production throughout the shift to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Keep teams focused and on schedule to meet delivery timelines
  • Lead daily shift meetings to communicate priorities and expectations
  • Assign work based on production volume and operational needs
  • Work closely with kitchen, warehouse, transportation, and support teams
  • Ensure smooth communication and handoffs between departments

Oversee Dishroom and Sanitation Operations

  • Lead a team responsible for cleaning and sanitizing carts, equipment, and service items
  • Ensure all items are properly washed, sanitized, and ready for use
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area
  • Monitor workflow to reduce delays and maximize turnaround time

What We're Looking For

    • 3+ years of experience in food production, warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, distribution, or other high-volume operations
    • Experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt quickly to changing demands
    • Comfortable working on the production floor and staying actively involved in daily operations

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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