Aerospace Manufacturing Operations Leader

Thrush Aircraft, Inc.

Albany (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Thrush Aircraft, Inc. in Albany, GA is seeking an Operations Manager for Back Shops to lead safety-conscious, high-precision manufacturing. You will supervise fabrication, machining, welding, composites, and finishing operations, aligning production with schedules and quality standards.

Strong leadership and Lean experience are essential to drive improvements. The role reports to the Director of Manufacturing and focuses on delivering cost-effective, on-time production while developing

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience.
Experience leading multiple production departments through supervisors.
Experience in aerospace, aviation, metal fabrication, machining, or similar environments.
Strong leadership, problem-solving and Lean Manufacturing knowledge.

Responsibilities

Promote a culture of safety and ensure OSHA compliance across operations.
Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules and deliveries.
Identify bottlenecks, allocate resources, and improve throughput.
Collaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering.
Drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives across back shops.