Manufacturing Manager
Core
Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet output, quality, and delivery targets in a defense technology environment.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing manager
Builds
Hardware systems for national security applications
Domain
Defense technology / Intelligent power management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Production planning, Lean manufacturing, Quality systems (ISO, Six Sigma), Team leadership, Budget management, ERP/MRP proficiency, Problem-solving
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense industry experience, Scaling production from prototype to volume, Regulatory environment familiarity (ITAR, AS9100), Lean/Six Sigma certification
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Plan and oversee daily production schedules, Supervise and develop production staff, Monitor production KPIs and implement corrective actions, Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, Manage production budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities, Coordinate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering, Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma, Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, Lead root-cause analysis for quality deviations, Identify and resolve bottlenecks impacting throughput
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC