Aerospace CNC Operations Manager

Rtc Aerospace

West Chatsworth (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Shift differentials

Job summary

RTCA is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead all CNC machining operations at our Chatsworth, CA facility. You will drive safety, quality, and efficiency while guiding a high‑performing team of supervisors and production personnel.

You will partner with planning, engineering, quality, and supply chain to remove bottlenecks and improve on‑time delivery. A strong background in CNC machining, ERP/MRP systems, and aerospace manufacturing is required.

Qualifications

8+ years of manufacturing experience with progressively increasing leadership responsibilities.
3+ years of experience managing production teams in a CNC machining or precision manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of CNC machining operations, including milling, turning, setup, tooling, production scheduling, and workflow management.
Experience leading and developing supervisors, leads, and production personnel.
Working knowledge of blueprint reading, GD&T, and manufacturing process controls.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Demonstrated success driving operational improvements related to quality, productivity, cost, and delivery.
Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead all CNC machine shop operations to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable manufacture of precision aerospace components.
Provide strategic and tactical leadership across production, machining, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Optimize machine capacity, workforce utilization, productivity, quality, and manufacturing performance while supporting future growth.
Develop and mentor supervisors, leads, and production personnel to build a high‑performing team culture.
Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to identify and eliminate bottlenecks.
Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, SMED, visual management, and waste reduction.
Establish and track KPIs such as OTD, labor efficiency, machine utilization, scrap, and throughput.
Ensure compliance with AS9100 requirements, customer specifications, and quality standards.
Promote a safe work environment by adhering to EHS policies and procedures.
Lead cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery performance.
Review departmental performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.