Manufacturing Manager - Second Shift (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages: pet, home/auto, EI

Parental leave benefit

Job summary

RTX in Simpsonville, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Manager responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement while aligning with business strategies. You will manage about 200 direct and indirect reports, deploy Lean practices, and collaborate with planning and logistics to optimize scheduling and materials flow at the site.

This onsite role offers competitive benefits, a Monday-Thursday shift, and opportunities to lead a high‑performing

Qualifications

• University degree or advanced degree with required years of experience.
• 4+ years of leadership in manufacturing or operations.
• 2+ years experience with QMS such as AS9100/ISO 9001.
• Experience using ERP systems for manufacturing transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily manufacturing operations to ensure timely production of quality products at the lowest cost.
• Deploy manufacturing policies aligned with site strategy and operating plans.
• Execute Lean management systems and leader standard work.
• Drive accountability to daily results and implement rapid corrective actions.
• Oversee training and development of ~200 direct and indirect reports.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

QMS (AS9100/ISO 9001)

ERP systems

Operations management

Safety culture

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

Country: United States of America

Location: US-SC-SIMPSONVILLE-1001 ~ 1001 Old Stage Rd ~ OLD STAGE

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As a Manufacturing Manager, you will be accountable for overseeing manufacturing operations at our Simpsonville, SC location. You will lead efforts to produce high-quality products efficiently while driving safety, quality improvement, and operational excellence. This role is critical to ensuring alignment with business strategies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

This role is onsite in Simpsonville, South Carolina.

Work Shift : Monday - Thursday (3:30 PM - 2:00 AM)

What You Will Do

• Manage daily manufacturing operations to ensure timely production of quality products at the lowest cost consistent with quality requirements.
• Deploy manufacturing policies aligned with the site's business strategy and annual operating plan.
• Execute daily Lean management systems, including tiered accountability meetings, visual management systems, and leader standard work.
• Drive accountability to daily results and implement rapid corrective actions to address operational challenges.
• Oversee training and development of approximately 200 direct and indirect reports to meet business needs.
• Champion safety initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and CORE programs across all manufacturing areas.
• Standardize best practices through tools such as job instructions, job breakdown sheets, pre- and post-flight checklists, multi-cycle analysis, and layered audits.
• Foster a strong problem-solving culture using CORE methods and coaching behaviors.
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of manufacturing transactions in the Epicor ERP system to maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with planning and logistics teams to optimize scheduling and materials flow, reduce work-in-progress inventory, and improve delivery performance.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• 4+ years of prior leadership experience in manufacturing or operations.
• 2+ years of experience working within a Quality Management System (QMS) such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent.
• Experience in utilizing ERP systems for manufacturing transactions and data accuracy.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Lean or Six Sigma certifications.
• Experience in manufacturing within AS9100-controlled environments.
• Background in wire harness manufacturing, including IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or IPC J-Std-001 certifications.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefit