Production Manager

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 71,150 - 109,100; Full time

Job summary

Boeing, in collaboration with Spirit AeroSystems, seeks a Production Manager to lead manufacturing teams on the shop floor, driving safety, quality and efficiency across all assembly operations.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in manufacturing, and experience with SAP and MS Office. A technical degree is preferred, with opportunities for growth within a premier aerospace environment in Kansas.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Flexibility to support alternative schedules or shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Oversee assembly of aerospace structures and sub-assemblies using metallic and non-metallic materials.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance productivity, efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement and Customer teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Production leadership

Manufacturing ops

Continuous improvement

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in technical/engineering/manufacturing/business

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Position Responsibilities

As a Production Manager, you’ll provide leadership, direction, and support to production teams while playing a key role on the shop floor, driving operational excellence and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across all aspects of manufacturing and assembly operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop production teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives
• Oversee the assembly of complex aerospace structures and sub-assemblies utilizing metallic and non‑metallic materials
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations
• Manage installation and integration of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Customer teams to resolve issues and improve performance
• Monitor production schedules and resource utilization to ensure customer commitments are met
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience
• Flexibility to support alternative schedules or shifts as business needs require

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical, engineering, manufacturing, or business‑related field
• Experience leading projects while managing schedules, budgets, and operational objectives
• Knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working within a unionized manufacturing environment and managing collective bargaining agreements

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $71,150 - $109,100

Kansas Tax Credit

Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.