Aerospace Plant Manager: Lean Ops & Quality Leader

SNQPA-Staffing Network; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SNQPA-Staffing Network seeks a Plant Manager with an aerospace or electronics manufacturing background to direct daily facility operations, production planning, safety compliance, quality control, and budgeting. You will coordinate production schedules, manage P&L, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 7–10+ years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in leadership, plus proficiency with SAP and lean methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related technical field.
• 7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Deep knowledge of plant operations, SAP, and reading schematics/blueprints.
• Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, or TPM certification/experience.
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct manufacturing workflows to hit output targets safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Enforce OSHA guidelines, environmental rules, and internal safety programs on the shop floor.
• Build and manage the annual plant operating budget, control labor costs, and track P&L metrics.
• Ensure finished goods meet strict quality standards and lead root-cause analysis when defects occur.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM to minimize waste.
• Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate department managers, shift supervisors, and support staff.

Skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional communication

Leadership

Active floor presence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related technical field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

SNQPA-Staffing Network seeks a Plant Manager with an aerospace or electronics manufacturing background to direct daily facility operations, production planning, safety compliance, quality control, and budgeting. You will coordinate production schedules, manage P&L, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 7–10+ years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in leadership, plus proficiency with SAP and lean methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM.