Manager Manufacturing Optimization
Core
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing sites by implementing lean systems, coaching leaders, and resolving operational challenges to enhance efficiency, quality, and throughput.
Role type
Manager, Manufacturing Optimization
Builds
High-quality defense products supporting military capabilities
Domain
Defense / Manufacturing Operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing operations)
Required skills
Lean manufacturing principles, structured problem-solving (A3/8D), process and equipment troubleshooting, change management (ECOs), 5S, Six Sigma, MS Office proficiency, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Aircraft NPI experience, AS9100 standards knowledge, OSHA laws knowledge, small electronic assembly experience, drone experience
Technologies
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), Lattice OS
Responsibilities
Establish scalable operating systems aligned to safety, quality, delivery, and cost; Strengthen cross-functional execution by integrating Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Test; Standardize processes to reduce variation and improve first-pass yield; Drive continuous improvement using structured problem solving and waste elimination; Lead rapid triage on critical constraints and escapes; Coach and develop Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership