Manufacturing Manager (Onsite)

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon were on a mission to Protect Life. Were explorers pursuing societys most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products we work better together. We connect with candor and care seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced challenging and meaningful. Here youll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

The Manufacturing Manager will play a key role in achieving production targets while driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing process. This position requires hands-on involvement to guide and support the operations team ensuring that safety and quality standards are consistently met.

The ideal candidate will build a highly productive environment that fosters open communication collaboration and a positive workplace culture to drive world-class production. Additionally this role involves developing team members implementing best practices and collaborating across departments to support new product introductions that align with the companys strategic goals.

What Youll Do

Location : Mesa AZ

Reports to : Director Manufacturing

Direct Reports : 36

• Oversee all aspects of production including daily planning meeting output targets managing costs improving first-pass yield (FPY) and maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Ensure high-quality output while optimizing costs resources and adherence to best safety practices.
• Lead by example to position the organization as a leader in world-class manufacturing.
• Recruit coach and develop large teams of both salaried and hourly employees fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and growth.
• Drive compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Champion continuous improvement in safety quality cost efficiency and productivity. Provide feedback to senior leadership and leverage industry benchmarks to adopt best practices.
• Support new product launches and material introductions by collaborating with design and engineering teams establishing process plans managing budgets and tracking timelines to ensure timely delivery.
• Implement high standards in process control key production metrics consistent documentation and 5S initiatives to maintain operational excellence.
• Implement contingency plans to address any production disruptions ensuring minimal impact on operations.
• Lead the execution of departmental strategies and initiatives that align with overall business objectives.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
• Collaborate effectively across departments including Product Finance Engineering Manufacturing and Quality to ensure alignment across the business.

What You Bring

Benefits That Benefit You

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and location.

Dont meet every single requirement Thats ok. At Axon we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If youre excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification listed here we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as nor should it be construed as exhaustive of all duties responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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Axons mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axons impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental health and safety regulations policies and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice advances equity values diversity and fosters inclusion. Were committed to hiring the best talent regardless of race creed color ancestry religion sex (including pregnancy) national origin sexual orientation age citizenship status marital status disability gender identity genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and ordinances and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process please email . Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,ISO 9001,Lean Six Sigma,Management Experience,Manufacturing & Controls,5S,Manufacturing Management,Kaizen,Chemistry,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1