Manufacturing Operations Director - Lean, Safety & Growth

Precision Castparts; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlton Forge Works, part of Precision Castparts, seeks a Director of Operations in Paramount, CA, to lead forging and supporting operations, drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance, and transform processes for continuous improvement.

The role requires 7–10+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong financial acumen, and a proven track record in Lean/CI within aerospace/defense environments. Relocation is authorized, with a competitive base salary and executive bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business; MBA or MS preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven success leading complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong financial and operational acumen.
• Experience driving Lean/CI methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure achievement of Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives.
• Own and drive operational KPIs with disciplined review cadences and credible recovery plans when targets are missed.
• Provide clear direction, accountability, and prioritization across the operations organization.
• Partner with Engineering on process improvements and manufacturability.

Skills

Operational leadership

Safety culture

Lean / CI

Data-driven management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

PCC toolbox

AS9100 knowledge

Export controls awareness

Job description

Carlton Forge Works, part of Precision Castparts, seeks a Director of Operations in Paramount, CA, to lead forging and supporting operations, drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance, and transform processes for continuous improvement.

The role requires 7–10+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong financial acumen, and a proven track record in Lean/CI within aerospace/defense environments. Relocation is authorized, with a competitive base salary and executive bonus eligibility.