Aerospace/Defense Production Manager
If your strengths include production leadership and team-building, we'd like to hear from you!
Measurement Specialists Inc. and National Scale Technology are seeking an experienced Aerospace/Defense Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence across our production departments. This role is responsible for leadership, production scheduling, workforce management, quality oversight, inventory planning, process improvement, and on-time customer deliveries.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing leader with experience in machining, assembly, quality systems, and production planning who enjoys working closely with shop floor employees to achieve exceptional results. A background in aerospace, defense, and precision machine manufacturing would be the perfect fit.
What You'll Do
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Production Operations
Lead and coordinate all production activities from customer order through final shipment. Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
Review incoming sales orders and verify production requirements. Coordinate workflow between engineering, purchasing, quality, sales, machine shop, and assembly departments. Monitor production performance and resolve bottlenecks.
Ensure adherence to quality standards, procedures, and ISO requirements. Prepare and analyze production reports and operational metrics.
Planning & Inventory Management
Manage material requirements and production resources. Work with purchasing to maintain adequate inventory levels.
Coordinate outside processes such as heat treating, machining, finishing, and inspection services. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Ensure materials and components meet engineering and quality requirements.
Also involves production team leadership and quality, safety, & continuous improvement tasks; please see full job description for all regular duties.
Qualifications
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The ideal candidate will have:
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, production management, or operations management
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, machining, assembly, and quality systems
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Experience with production scheduling, inventory control, and workflow management
- Proven leadership and employee development experience
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems
- Experience in aerospace, defense, precision machining, or industrial manufacturing environments preferred
- Knowledge of ISO-compliant quality systems preferred
- Experience with quoting, estimating, BOMs, and manufacturing cost analysis preferred
Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred
Why Join Us?
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This is an opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing operation supporting precision products used in demanding industrial, aerospace, and defense applications. You'll work alongside skilled professionals, influence company performance, and help drive continuous improvement in a growing organization committed to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
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MSNST 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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