Manufacturing Manager

Spectra Logic; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Logic in Boulder, CO is looking for a Manufacturing Manager to lead and inspire teams in manufacturing efficiency and product quality.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a strong commitment to team development, and must reside within commuting distance of our Boulder office. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $100,000 – $150,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of successful manufacturing management or supervisory experience.
• Strong passion for coaching and training teams.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop manufacturing personnel.
• Design and manage comprehensive manufacturing process plans.
• Monitor core manufacturing metrics and operational data.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Data-Driven Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Manufacturing Manager

Company: Spectra Logic

Location: Boulder, CO (Casual, Hybrid Environment)

Position Type: Full-Time, Manufacturing & Operations

Compensation: $100,000 – $150,000 / year (Competitive based on knowledge, skills, and experience)

Position Overview

As a Manufacturing Manager at Spectra Logic, you will play a vital role in leading, inspiring, and shaping the teams that assemble and test our world‑class products. You will have full ownership over manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and operational excellence, directly influencing our scalability and customer satisfaction. If you are a proactive leader who thrives on building high‑performing teams, championing continuous improvement, and driving strategic workflows in a fast‑paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Empower and Coach: Supervise, mentor, and develop manufacturing personnel, fostering a collaborative culture rooted in teamwork, accountability, and continuous professional growth.
• Problem Solve Together: Partner with your team to troubleshoot day‑to‑day operational challenges, removing roadblocks and escalating cross‑functional items when necessary.
• Safety & Ergonomics First: Maintain a safe, compliant, and ergonomically optimized work environment that protects your team and adheres to internal and external audit standards.

Operational Excellence & Strategy

• Strategic Process Planning: Design and manage comprehensive manufacturing process plans—including staffing, resource allocation, advanced tooling, and floor space optimization.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement innovative methods to enhance production workflows, maximize equipment utilization, and optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Data‑Driven Success: Monitor core manufacturing metrics and operational data to spot trends, spearhead root cause analyses, and drive proactive corrective actions.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Warehouse teams to ensure seamless New Product Introductions (NPI) and sustaining operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven Leadership: 5+ years of successful manufacturing management or supervisory experience, ideally within a complex electro‑mechanical or hardware‑based production environment.
• People First Mentality: A demonstrated passion for coaching, training, and building strong, collaborative, and fast‑paced operational teams.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong data‑driven problem‑solving skills with proficiency in Excel (or equivalent tools); hands‑on experience with ERP/MRP systems is highly preferred.
• Continuous Improvement Expertise: Practical experience applying Lean manufacturing principles, root cause analysis, and process optimization techniques.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related technical field is preferred. An equivalent blend of education and exceptional manufacturing leadership experience will gladly be considered.
• Residency: Must reside within commuting distance of our Boulder, CO office. Please note: Relocation assistance is not available; local candidates will be prioritized.

SPECTRA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Spectra is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we never discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.