Manufacturing Manager Aerospace Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manager
📍 North Carolina, USA
💰 $150,000–$180,000 + Benefits
💼 Full-Time | On-Site

We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Manager to join a rapidly growing aerospace and defense manufacturer producing complex precision components through CNC machining and metal additive manufacturing processes.

This is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing production, quality, and operational performance across a modern manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team while driving throughput, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and quality departments
• Execute production plans and ensure delivery against operational targets
• Manage labour allocation, machine utilisation, workflow, and production schedules
• Lead production meetings and performance reviews
• Develop and mentor manufacturing leaders and production teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on throughput, quality, and efficiency
• Monitor KPIs including utilisation, First Pass Yield (FPY), scrap, and schedule adherence
• Support compliance with aerospace quality standards and operational procedures
• Work closely with planning, engineering, and quality teams to ensure successful programme execution
• Champion a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience within aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or precision machining environments
• Experience managing large production teams across multiple departments
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production planning, and quality systems
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing performance reporting
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred

• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• AS9100 environment experience
• CNC machining and/or metal additive manufacturing knowledge
• Experience using ERP and business intelligence platforms

What’s on Offer

• $150,000–$180,000 base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) programme
• Long-term leadership growth opportunities
• Relocation support available for the right candidate
• Opportunity to play a key role in a rapidly expanding manufacturing operation

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of manufacturing performance within a high-growth aerospace and defense business. You’ll have the autonomy to influence operational strategy, develop teams, and drive meaningful improvements across a modern production environment.

Interested in this opportunity? Contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion or apply today.