Manufacturing Manager

Fast Growing Precision Machining & Assembly Operation servicing the Aerospace and Defense Market (Raytheon/Lockheed/Northrup) seeks a proven Manufacturing Manager to join its team. This is a key position reporting directly to the President and will be responsible for all aspects of production (machining, secondary operations, and assembly) in a multi-shift environment with over 100 indirect production staff and several leads/supervisors. This role is open due to a retirement later this year and looking for someone who can overlap with the incumbent for an extended period of time during the transition. The company has recently expanded operations with a brand new building and is consistently adding over 5 mill in annual capital equipment every year. Outstanding benefits package and an awesome work environment. Location is the Tualatin/Sherwood area of Portland.Essential functions will include:Ensure department production schedules and targets are met.Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed to meet requirements.Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and efficient production.Enforce quality control standards and procedures for responsible department.Enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for responsible department.Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards for responsible department.Develop and coordinate the implementation and execution of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives based on the analytics of the department production processes and workflows.Develop and coordinate the implementation and execution of cost reduction and efficiency improvement projects.Use data-driven approaches to enhance production performance and reduce waste.Manage the allocation of department materials, machinery, and workforce to optimize production efficiency.Ensure that all necessary materials and supplies are available for department production.Coordinate with the maintenance team the optimal stock of spare parts to reduce downtime.Ensure that maintenance activities are performed regularly to prevent equipment breakdowns and extend the life of machinery.Establish & track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve production performance for responsible department.Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials.Maintain inventory levels and monitor supply chain efficiency.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a relative engineering discipline preferred, such as Mechanical EngineeringMinimum of 5+ years in CNC machining, fabrication and finishing with at least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.Proven track record in setting up new manufacturing units or significant expansions.Experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry preferred but not required.Proficiency in manufacturing software (e.g., ERP systems, MES)Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and practices.Experience in ISO 9001 / AS9100 Standards, 6 Sigma tools and Statistics.Familiarity with CAD/CAM software.Experience in machining and fabrication, to include CNC machining along secondary operations (deburring, grinding, outside processing)US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required per ITAR requirements.Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPointAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contactsStrong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Created: 2025-01-29