Manufacturing Manager

Position Overview :

Design West Technologies, Inc. (DWT) is a small business and non-traditional aerospace and defense contractor located in Tustin, California. We have an exciting opportunity to fill our open Manufacturing Manager position in DWT's Research Division. This individual will be responsible for all aspects of daily manufacturing operations supporting chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense, combat weapons systems, and other support systems for National security applications.

Key Job Duties :

• Manage all aspects of the day-to-day manufacturing process including developing plans and work schedules for assigned work areas to achieve optimal utilization of all available resources.
• Maintain a safe and orderly work environment, leading safety compliance and continual improvement across the facility
• Responsible for executing production schedules in accordance with customer and DWT schedules
• Ensure properly staffed and skilled labor team to execute planned production schedule, properly motivate staff while creating a positive work environment
• Manage teams in assigned assembly areas by leading front level supervisors, setting and managing team goals and objectives
• Responsible for day-to-day personnel issues (interviewing, hiring, discipline, absenteeism, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, etc.) for all individuals in their production environment.
• Provides training and guidance as required for personnel development and resolution of routine problems.
• Manage production costs within budget, while driving productivity improvement for labor and material usage
• Coordinate with engineering and quality to provide sufficiently detailed work instructions
• Drive standard processes across the operations team, using standard work and tooling / fixturing
• Anticipates production problems and proactively implements procedures to offset those risks
• Proactively seeks assistance from appropriate support groups when production problems arise (i.e., quality problem, material shortage, equipment malfunction, etc.)
• Coordinate closely with support functions including Program Management, Engineering, HR, Quality and Finance
• Participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities including cost proposal and capacity evaluation
• Other job duties as assigned

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Benefits :

Join our team and be a part of shaping the future of aerospace and defense technology! If you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Design West Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.

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