Production Manager

Staffmark Group; Harbor Pines (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Leadership opportunity

Job summary

Staffmark Group is seeking a Production Manager for Harbor City, CA to lead aerospace manufacturing operations and drive on-time delivery with strong safety and quality adherence.

You will oversee daily production, coordinate schedules and resources, and collaborate with QA, engineering, and supply chain to optimize performance and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Several years of experience in manufacturing production management, preferably aerospace.
• Experience supervising production teams and managing manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality management systems, such as AS9100, and applicable requirements.
• Familiarity with ERP or MES.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing and production operations to meet production goals.
• Lead and develop production supervisors, team leads, and manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate production schedules, staffing levels, equipment availability, and material requirements.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, manufacturing procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and planning departments.
• Review production reports, KPIs, labor costs, scrap rates, and productivity metrics.
• Ensure employees follow SOPs, work instructions, and safety protocols.
• Investigate production delays, quality issues, and process deviations, implementing corrective actions.
• Support Lean, 5S, Six Sigma initiatives.
• Maintain accurate production records, work orders, labor reporting, and documentation.
• Ensure proper handling, traceability, and control of aerospace materials and finished products.
• Assist with audits and ensure production processes meet requirements.
• Manage budgets, labor allocation, and production resources.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, safety, and quality in the dept.

Skills

Production planning

Team leadership

Aerospace manufacturing processes

Quality assurance

Continuous improvement

Budget management

Performance tracking

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Job description

Now hiring for a Production Manager

Location: Harbor City, CA

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

Work Scheulde: M-F 6:00am-3:00pm with OT

Run the Floor. Lead the Crew. Own the Results.

Looking for Production Manager jobs in Harbor City where leadership and organization drive results? This opportunity lets you oversee warehouse operations, support your team, and help ensure products move safely, accurately, and efficiently throughout the supply chain.

The Aerospace Manufacturing Production Manager oversees daily production operations within an aerospace manufacturing facility, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in compliance with aerospace industry standards, quality requirements, and production schedules. This role is responsible for managing production teams, coordinating workflow, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing and production operations to meet production goals, customer requirements, and delivery deadlines.
• Manage, train, and develop production supervisors, team leads, and manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate production schedules, staffing levels, equipment availability, and material requirements.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, manufacturing procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and planning departments.
• Review production reports, key performance indicators (KPIs), labor costs, scrap rates, and productivity metrics.
• Ensure employees follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and safety protocols.
• Investigate production delays, quality issues, and process deviations, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Maintain accurate production records, work orders, labor reporting, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ensure proper handling, traceability, and control of aerospace materials, components, and finished products.
• Assist with internal and external audits and ensure production processes meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor allocation, and production resources effectively.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and quality throughout the production department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Several years of experience in manufacturing production management, preferably within the aerospace or aviation industry.
• Previous experience supervising production teams and managing manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality management systems, such as AS9100, and applicable requirements.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, production planning, quality control, and inventory management.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Required Skills

• Production planning and scheduling
• Team leadership and employee development
• Aerospace manufacturing processes
• Quality assurance and regulatory compliance
• Continuous improvement and process optimization
• Budget management and cost control
• Performance tracking and reporting
• Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an aerospace manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with production employees, engineering teams, quality personnel, and senior management. The role may require time on the manufacturing floor to monitor operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and stand on the manufacturing floor for extended periods, move throughout the facility, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Additional physical requirements depend on the facility and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Leadership Opportunity within a safety-focused and performance-driven organization.

Crew-Backed. Staffmark-Approved.

We asked the team if they'd recommend working here. 4 out of 5 said, "Absolutely." Come find out why.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

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Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer.

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