Manufacturing Operations Leader – NPI & Lean

Anduril Industries

Santa Ana (CA)

On-site

USD 129,000 - 171,000

Full time

2 hours ago
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Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Operations to lead a team of technicians and oversee multiple hardware platforms for strategic customers. You will drive production priorities, ensure safety, and deliver on-time results with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams, manage production systems like NetSuite/JIRA/Anduril MES, and develop a high-performing culture that meets financial goals and

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in production with at least 3+ years in a supervisor or lead role in a high-volume environment.
  • Experience with ERP and MES systems.
  • Understanding of product life cycle from NPI to scaled production; LEAN principles and change management (ECOs).
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and equipment specs; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

  • Manage technician staff and production line priorities; oversee equipment, work orders, and delivery.
  • Direct daily operations; issue/complete work orders to production floor.
  • Ensure safety procedures are followed; document incidents and address hazards.

Skills

Production leadership
ERP & MES systems
LEAN manufacturing
NPI experience
Data reporting
Safety compliance
Team coaching

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in technical field
Lean Six Sigma belt

Tools

NetSuite
JIRA
Anduril MES

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Operations to lead a team of technicians and oversee multiple hardware platforms for strategic customers. You will drive production priorities, ensure safety, and deliver on-time results with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams, manage production systems like NetSuite/JIRA/Anduril MES, and develop a high-performing culture that meets financial goals and

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