Drone Production Manager — Lead High-Impact Manufacturing

XTEND; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

XTEND is seeking a Production Manager to oversee all production operations for our drone systems in the Tampa area. You will plan, direct, and coordinate production activities to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products, while developing schedules and optimizing processes for efficiency and cost control.

As a hands-on leader, you will mentor a team, collaborate with engineering and procurement, manage inventory, and uphold safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Manager in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace, defense, or technology.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate production activities to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products.
• Develop and implement production schedules.
• Manage and optimize production processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Lead and mentor a team of production personnel, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and other departments to ensure seamless production flow.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure timely procurement of materials and components.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure product consistency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Inventory management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Lean manufacturing

ERP systems

Tools

Production management software

ERP systems

Job description

XTEND is seeking a Production Manager to oversee all production operations for our drone systems in the Tampa area. You will plan, direct, and coordinate production activities to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products, while developing schedules and optimizing processes for efficiency and cost control.

As a hands-on leader, you will mentor a team, collaborate with engineering and procurement, manage inventory, and uphold safety, quality, and regulatory standards.