Aerospace Manufacturing Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager – Aerospace / CNC

Carson, CA
$110,000–$120,000 annually, DOE
Full-Time | On-Site | Benefits

Lead Operations in a Growing Aerospace Manufacturing Environment

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee CNC production, assembly, and secondary manufacturing operations for a growing aerospace contract manufacturer in Carson, CA.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands machine shop operations, knows how to lead production teams, and can improve safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

You will work closely with the General Manager and have direct responsibility for key production leaders, including the CNC Production Manager, Assembly Supervisor, and Secondary/Punch Press Supervisor.

With continued customer demand and long-term growth ahead, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aerospace manufacturing leader looking to take on greater responsibility and grow with the company.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing and assembly operations
• Lead and support CNC, assembly, and secondary operations teams
• Coordinate production priorities across multiple departments and shifts
• Work closely with the Production Manager and Master Scheduler to meet customer deadlines
• Monitor labor utilization, productivity, production costs, and overall operational performance
• Track and improve key manufacturing KPIs, including:
• • Safety
  • On-Time Delivery
  • Machine Utilization
  • Labor Efficiency
  • First Pass Yield
  • Cost of Quality
  • Quality Rejections
  • 6S Performance
• Develop and improve training programs for operators, assemblers, and production personnel
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs for CNC machines and other critical equipment
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Visual Management, and 6S initiatives
• Assist the General Manager with customer quoting and manufacturing cost analysis
• Partner with Quality leadership in preparation for AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP audits
• Support safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of manufacturing or production experience
• Significant experience in aerospace manufacturing is required
• Previous leadership or management experience in a medium-to-large machine shop
• Hands-on experience overseeing CNC machining operations
• Experience with secondary manufacturing processes and multi-part assembly
• Experience working in medium-to-high volume production environments
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold teams accountable
• Understanding of manufacturing KPIs, labor efficiency, productivity, and cost control
• Basic experience troubleshooting CNC machines and coordinating preventive maintenance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work closely with production, scheduling, quality, and senior leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Lean Manufacturing
• Kaizen
• 6S
• Visual Management
• AS9100
• ISO 9001
• NADCAP
• ERP systems

Schedule & Location

• On-site in Carson, CA
• Candidates should live within reasonable commuting distance of Carson
• Must be willing to work overtime when production requires it
• Occasional Saturday availability may be required

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Take ownership of key manufacturing operations
• Lead multiple production departments and supervisors
• Work directly with the General Manager
• Make a measurable impact on production, quality, and operational performance
• Join a company experiencing strong and continued demand
• Opportunity for long-term career growth and increased responsibility
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Salary: $110,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

If you have strong aerospace manufacturing leadership experience and a background managing CNC production environments, we encourage you to apply.

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