Production Manager

Moog Inc; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Flexible PTO

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog Inc. in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations and drive results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. You will mentor Production Coaches and champion continuous improvement in a highly technical environment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in manufacturing (or equivalent experience) and at least 3 years of supervision. Expect a structured, safety‑conscious culture with lean initiatives and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years manufacturing experience, or equivalent with more years.
• 3 years direct supervision experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead Production Coaches to safety, quality, delivery, cost, production, and employee involvement goals.
• Optimize production schedules, labor, capacity, and material requirements.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, including 6S, Gemba walks, standard work, Kaizen, and waste elimination.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained and products meet requirements.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High school diploma

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Production Manager

Reporting To

Value Stream Manager

Work Schedule

Onsite - Blacksburg, VA

Production Manager

Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog. The ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. Our expansive defense portfolio is aligned with U.S. military priorities and our mission of "equipping those who defend freedom." We are also "revolutionizing the way to space" by supporting the return of humans to the Moon and NASA's deep space exploration programs.

We are looking for a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations and drive results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. This role will lead and develop Production Coaches while championing continuous improvement and operational excellence.

To be considered for Production Manager, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of manufacturing experience, or associate degree and 9 years of manufacturing experience or high school diploma or equivalent and 12 years of manufacturing experience.
• 3 years of direct supervision experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving techniques.
• Proven ability to drive results in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and continuous improvement.

In the Production Manager position, you will:

• Lead Production Coaches to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, production, and employee involvement goals.
• Optimize production schedules, labor, capacity, and material requirements.
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including 6S, Gemba walks, standard work, Kaizen, and waste elimination.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained and products meet requirements.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and OSHA requirements.

How We Care for You

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

• Flexible Friday Afternoon's

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Salary Range Transparency

Blacksburg, VA $85,000.00-$125,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.