CareerPlan

Senior Production Manager

Waltham, MA (WMA-01)Full-time$167k–$220k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-11
Security clearance required

Core

Oversee production of imaging hardware platforms, managing technicians and daily operations to meet delivery goals while ensuring quality and safety.

Role type

Senior Production Manager (Hardware)

Builds

Imaging hardware platforms

Domain

Defense technology / Electro-mechanical manufacturing

Required skills

High-volume complex electro-mechanical production management, ERP/MES systems, NPI, Lean manufacturing, Change management (ECOs), Technical documentation interpretation, Process troubleshooting, Team coaching and mentorship

Preferred skills

5S implementation, Cross-functional collaboration

Technologies

ERP, MES

Responsibilities

Lead production operations for a product line, Strategically manage production plans to meet on-time delivery goals, Ensure quality and safety standards are followed, Develop and mentor production technicians, Implement continuous improvement initiatives, Communicate priorities and risks to senior leadership

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with people management