Manager, Manufacturing

Job overview

Manager, Manufacturing, onsite, in South Boardman, MI. Compensation is $132,000 - $171,600 per year. Saab, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Production Manager to lead the Manufacturing Production Team and support manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for all technical production work for assembly, installation, and testing, as well as manufacturing production development and instilling best practices. The manager will be an integral link between manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, facilities, safety, and the quality team.

What you'll do

• Attract and retain the production staff to achieve strategic business objectives and operating goals. This includes management of the appropriate distribution of skills and capacity across the organization, and continuously monitoring and reconciling head counts with the operating budget. Lead, inspire and engage a diverse team to achieve delivery of distinctively high-quality products
• to include performance, reliability, cost and on-time deliver. Assist and guide with workflows, prioritization, procedures, training, support, safety, process improvement, and quality. Engage with manufacturing senior leadership to ensure production efforts are supported. Drive continuous improvement for efficient production. Champion the Company values, consistently demonstrating – Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support. Demonstrated ability to develop, revise, and implement Manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions to ensure repeatability and compliance. Proven ability to forecast and manage resource requirements (labor, capital, equipment, and materials) to meet program cost, schedule, and performance objectives. Ability to define, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). Strong background implementing Lean tools (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Standard Work, 6S, Visual Management, Kanban, Root Cause Corrective Action). Strong problem-solving capability using structured methodologies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to travel up to 10% in support of program execution, customer engagements, and business development activities. Working experience in a matrix organization. Capable of obtaining a Secret-level security clearance.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field required.

Experience

7+ years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing or operations, demonstrating a proven track record of driving performance improvements, achieving operational excellence, and executing strategies that deliver sustainable growth. A strong candidate typically has a minimum of 5+ years of experience in munitions manufacturing/assembly, ammunition production or energetics.

Skills & competencies

manager

manufacturing

saab

south boardman mi

full-time

manufacturing/production

onsite

7+ years leadership experience

bachelor's degree

secret clearance

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About the employer

Saab is hiring for this role. Industry: Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors). Sector: 31.