Manufacturing Manager

Cubic Corporation; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave up to six weeks

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Flexible time-off arrangement

Backup childcare and pet care

Job summary

Cubic Corporation in Ashburn, Virginia is seeking a skilled manufacturing manager to lead operations that ensure quality and timely product delivery. The successful candidate will oversee inventory control, production processes, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with engineering and business management teams.

The ideal candidate holds a four-year degree in a technical field or business administration and possesses ten years of relevant experience, including management in a manufacturing context. A competitive salary of $105,000 – $145,000 plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Ten years related experience with five years management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to handle responsibilities under high stress.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all manufacturing activities for Cubic.
• Establish methods to ensure high quality and low-cost processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Integrate internal and contract manufacturing coordination.
• Manage material flow within a dynamic environment.

Skills

Management experience in manufacturing

Bilingual in Spanish

Stress management

Prioritization skills

Education

Four-year college degree in a technical field or business administration

Tools

Personal computer software

Job description

Job Summary

Directs and coordinates all manufacturing operations to ensure quality, on‑time, cost‑effective delivery of products. Oversees manufacturing, inventory control, production control, and process engineering. Recommends and implements manufacturing policies and programs to maintain and improve the company’s competitive position.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all manufacturing activities for Cubic.
• Establish methods and measures to ensure high quality and low‑cost processes.
• Lead continuous improvement and change management initiatives.
• Integrate planning of internal and contract manufacturing coordination and execution.
• Manage material flow within a dynamic business environment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, quality, business management, and senior executives.
• Perform administrative activities: employee selection and development, pay administration, budget administration, employee safety, counseling and motivation, organization goals and objectives, and planning/organizing/monitoring work.
• Ensure inventory controls, inventory levels, and material flow are consistent with budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and local regulations.
• Direct installation and maintenance of all processing equipment.
• Prepare specifications for purchase of plant equipment, supplies, and materials to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Four‑year college degree in a technical field or business administration plus ten years related experience, including five years management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Familiarity with personal computer software.
• Mentally capable of performing responsibilities under high levels of stress.
• Ability to set priorities and handle multiple assignments.

Compensation

Pay range: $105,000 – $145,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid disability and life insurance options.
• Critical illness and accident coverages.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, pre‑paid legal plan, travel accident insurance.
• Well‑being program with employer‑funded lifestyle spending account.
• Paid parental leave up to six weeks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Backup childcare, pet care, virtual tutoring, tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible time‑off arrangement, paid time‑off accrual, and 11 paid holidays.

EEO Statement

Cubic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law.