Manufacturing Lead - Composite Production & Lean Ops

Axillon Aerospace, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Axillon Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Lead to oversee one or more production lines in a high‑precision composite environment. You will ensure smooth workflow, safety, and top-notch quality while coordinating daily tasks and reporting issues to the supervisor.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to safety practices, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. California-based facility with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with composites fabrication or layup is desirable.
• Must read and interpret safety rules and manufacturing instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide line-level leadership to a composite manufacturing team.
• Organize production cell workloads to meet daily objectives.
• Assign tasks and direct team members to ensure on-time completion.
• Monitor attendance and manage shift breaks and meal periods.
• Maintain safety, quality, and process standards on the line.

Skills

Production leadership

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Excel literacy

Education

High School Diploma

6S training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Axillon Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Lead to oversee one or more production lines in a high‑precision composite environment. You will ensure smooth workflow, safety, and top-notch quality while coordinating daily tasks and reporting issues to the supervisor.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to safety practices, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. California-based facility with competitive hourly pay.