Production Manager

• Leadership & Management
  • Direct, mentor, and develop production supervisors, planners, and procurement staff.
  • Establish clear goals, KPIs, and accountability across production departments.
  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Production Operations
  • Oversee fabrication and assembly of structural components for aerospace programs.
  • Manage capacity planning, workflow scheduling, and resource allocation to meet on-time delivery commitments.
  • Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Procurement
  • Oversee all purchasing activities for materials, tooling, and subcontracted services.
  • Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are achieved.
  • Monitor material availability and lead times to avoid production delays
• Planning & Scheduling
  • Direct the creation and execution of production schedules, capacity models, and material requirements plans.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and program management to align schedules with customer demands.
  • Drive ERP system utilization and effective Kanban processes for accurate planning and reporting.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement
  • Track and report on key metrics including safety, quality, on-time delivery, and efficiency.
  • Monitor and control labor hours to meet company targets.
  • Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve operational performance.
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and optimize throughput.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, or related field. Equivalent combination of education and aerospace manufacturing, leadership experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in aerospace manufacturing, preferably in sheet metal and structural assemblies.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, materials planning, and production control.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision making.
• Deep understanding of AS9100/ISO quality standards and aerospace compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex production environments.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) strongly preferred.

• Strategic and tactical leadership skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities across all levels of the organization.
• Results-oriented with a track record of meeting customer and business objectives.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-mix aerospace environment.