Manufacturing/ Production Manager

Innovative Engineering Solutions (IES) is a full-service engineering company, providing “innovative solutions” to unique problems. IES provides services in engineering design and analysis, product development, testing, and manufacturing primarily for Aerospace and Defense markets.

Innovative Engineering Solutions (IES) has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing/ Production Manager, to oversee the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility, which includes planning, coordinating, and directing the activities and processes that result in products being manufactured and assembled.

Job Description

• Effectively and efficiently manage the production of daily/weekly/monthly targets in line with customer specifications, meeting quality and delivery expectations, minimizing costs where possible, and ensuring best working practices are maintained
• Responsible for production, financial performance, meeting customer requirements and maintaining the orderly and productive operation of planned activities
• Current product lines support the Launch Vehicle industry, where deliverables are low quantity but high precision products
• Communicate and liaise with other department managers (i.e., Engineering, Test Operations, Quality, etc.) regarding changing needs and/or requirements
• Communicate and liaise with the supplier base to ensure a strong and ongoing relationship
• Drive process improvements through data analysis, root cause analysis, and risk and opportunity assessments
• Manage, coach and develop a high performing manufacturing team of 3-5 employees through training and development, that meets agreed objectives, delivers best practice results, provides added value and works for continuous improvements
• Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance with department employees and management
• Work as part of the Management team to share ideas and improve operations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction
• Recommend solutions without compromising quality or service while optimizing cost
• Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise others of any impact
• Contribute to new business initiatives and projects and review and communicate the impact on Manufacturing activities
• Collaborate with manufacturing team to address and resolve product non-conformances
• Able to fill in for Production Engineers as required within a small organization. Hands on experience with assembly is a plus
• Review and approve Manufacturing Process Plans
• Develop and oversee receiving inspections of production hardware

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferable in an engineering or scientific discipline.
• 5+ years of experience as a Production Manager, Production Engineer, and/or Quality Engineer

· Keen attention-to-detail

· Strong commitment to quality standards

• Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, MPP’s, engineering drawings, etc
• Excellent document writing skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Production experience within an ISO 9001/ AS9100 Quality System

· Experience/Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, inspection, coatings, soldering, welding, circuit boards, part marking, assembly, and cleaning

· Experience with MiSYS or similar MRP System for Inventory Control, Comprehensive Tracking and Purchasing.

· Demonstrated leadership effectiveness and act with a sense of urgency to drive results

· Manage production schedules

· Experience with Refurbishing Aerospace hardware and re-certifying for re-use.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person