Advanced Manufacturing Production Specialist

Socket.dev; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Comprehensive health benefits (HMO/PPO

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Divergent is hiring an Advanced Manufacturing Production Specialist to coordinate materials, tooling, and workflows across the production floor in a high-precision aerospace environment. You will liaise with machining, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve constraints and keep production on schedule.

Responsibilities include maintaining tooling and inventory, tracking work orders in ERP/MRP, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to safety and quality

Qualifications

• Demonstrated organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Experience in fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with CNC machining, blueprint reading, tooling, and production workflows.
• Basic knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100) and FAA regulations.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data analysis using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities to align with schedules and on-time delivery commitments.
• Ensure tooling, materials, and work instructions are available before job release to minimize downtime.
• Track work orders through ERP/MRP systems and maintain accurate production status.
• Monitor tooling inventory and support tool crib operations with replenishment as needed.
• Identify and address production bottlenecks to maintain flow and throughput.
• Assist with production planning, sequencing, capacity considerations, and resource allocation.
• Maintain documentation (digital travelers, inspection records, production logs) per company requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to optimize processes and efficiency.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

APICS certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

Divergent is hiring an Advanced Manufacturing Production Specialist to coordinate materials, tooling, and workflows across the production floor, ensuring efficient operations, minimal downtime, and on-schedule output in a high-precision aerospace environment. The role acts as a link between machining, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, resolving constraints and prioritizing work orders while monitoring production status, tracking inventory and tooling, and identifying bottlenecks

The Role

• Help coordinate daily production activities to ensure alignment with manufacturing schedules and on-time delivery commitments.
• Ensure the availability of tooling, materials, and work instructions prior to job release to minimize downtime and production interruptions.
• Assist with managing and tracking work orders through ERP/MRP systems, maintaining accurate and up-to-date production status.
• Monitor tooling inventory and usage, support tool crib operations, and initiating replenishment or replacement as needed.
• Identify and proactively help address production bottlenecks.
• Assist with production planning activities, including job sequencing, capacity considerations, and resource allocation.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including digital travelers, inspection records, and production logs, in accordance with company requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and supporting process optimization efforts.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• High school diploma (or equivalent) or relevant aerospace/precision machining experience
• 1+ year of administrative or production support experience minimum in a manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational, multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven production settings
• Familiarity with CNC machining, blueprint reading, tooling, and production workflows
• Basic knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100) and FAA regulations
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel for scheduling, tracking, and data analysis
• Ability to manage and track work orders, inventory, and tooling availability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing environments (tight tolerances)
• Knowledge of First Article Inspection (FAI) & Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma principles
• Certification or training in:
• APICS / supply chain fundamentals
• Prior experience in:
• Tool crib management
• Production control
• Inventory systems

Work Environment

• This role operates in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment where priorities can shift rapidly based on engineering changes, supply chain constraints and Program milestones. The environment demands tight cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics and Program teams to ensure daily execution aligns with long-term build plans.
• Success in this environment requires hands-on engagement on the shop floor, strong system’s knowledge, and the ability to anticipate and resolve scheduling risks before they impact key deliverables.
• The culture emphasizes proactive communication, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement to meet aggressive program timelines while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds as part of daily job duties, including loading, unloading, and moving materials. Demonstrate proper lifting techniques to prevent injury, maintain physical stamina for repetitive tasks, and follow all workplace safety guidelines when handling heavy items.

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job.

• Specialist 02 / S02: $36.00 - $50.00
• Pay Range
• $36 — $50 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

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