What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerospace Manufacturing Operations Manager position at Express Employment Professionals - Torrance CA?
Carson, CA
$110,000–$120,000 annually, DOE
Full-Time | On-Site | Benefits
Lead Operations in a Growing Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee CNC production, assembly, and secondary manufacturing operations for a growing aerospace contract manufacturer in Carson, CA.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands machine shop operations, knows how to lead production teams, and can improve safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.
You will work closely with the General Manager and have direct responsibility for key production leaders, including the CNC Production Manager, Assembly Supervisor, and Secondary/Punch Press Supervisor.
With continued customer demand and long-term growth ahead, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aerospace manufacturing leader looking to take on greater responsibility and grow with the company.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee day-to-day manufacturing and assembly operations
- Lead and support CNC, assembly, and secondary operations teams
- Coordinate production priorities across multiple departments and shifts
- Work closely with the Production Manager and Master Scheduler to meet customer deadlines
- Monitor labor utilization, productivity, production costs, and overall operational performance
- Track and improve key manufacturing KPIs, including:
- Safety
- On-Time Delivery
- Machine Utilization
- Labor Efficiency
- First Pass Yield
- Cost of Quality
- Quality Rejections
- 6S Performance
- Develop and improve training programs for operators, assemblers, and production personnel
- Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs for CNC machines and other critical equipment
- Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Visual Management, and 6S initiatives
- Assist the General Manager with customer quoting and manufacturing cost analysis
- Partner with Quality leadership in preparation for AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP audits
- Support safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility
What We’re Looking For
- 5 years of manufacturing or production experience
- Significant experience in aerospace manufacturing is required
- Previous leadership or management experience in a medium-to-large machine shop
- Hands-on experience overseeing CNC machining operations
- Experience with secondary manufacturing processes and multi-part assembly
- Experience working in medium-to-high volume production environments
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold teams accountable
- Understanding of manufacturing KPIs, labor efficiency, productivity, and cost control
- Basic experience troubleshooting CNC machines and coordinating preventive maintenance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work closely with production, scheduling, quality, and senior leadership
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
Preferred Experience
- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen
- 6S
- Visual Management
- AS9100
- ISO 9001
- NADCAP
- ERP systems
Schedule & Location
- On-site in Carson, CA
- Candidates should live within reasonable commuting distance of Carson
- Must be willing to work overtime when production requires it
- Occasional Saturday availability may be required
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Take ownership of key manufacturing operations
- Lead multiple production departments and supervisors
- Work directly with the General Manager
- Make a measurable impact on production, quality, and operational performance
- Join a company experiencing strong and continued demand
- Opportunity for long-term career growth and increased responsibility
- Competitive compensation and benefits
Salary: $110,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
If you have strong aerospace manufacturing leadership experience and a background managing CNC production environments, we encourage you to apply.
*For consideration, please apply online at http://www.expresspros.com/torranceca/. Impacting people. One job at a time. Express Employment Professionals Torrance is your local resource for your employment search. We offer a variety of positions including Industrial, Manufacturing, Clerical and Administrative. Our positions vary from temporary, long term, and evaluation hire. We look forward to matching you to a position that fits your experience and thank you for your interest in Express Employment Professionals Torrance.
Express Employment Professionals
* 22939 Hawthorne Blvd. * Torrance, CA 90505*
- *We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000