Senior Manager, Additive Manufacturing Operations

Beehive Industries, LLC; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Equity in company

Bonus eligible

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Beehive Industries in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead all production, post-processing, and shipping for the site. You will drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives and scale additive manufacturing processes (LPBF/MBJ) to deliver high-quality aerospace components.

The role reports to the Operations Director and manages two Supervisors and a 15+ team, bridging engineering and operations to build a high-performing, compliant organization in a fast-paced defense

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in manufacturing with emphasis in advanced/additive manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading teams in production or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands-on or applied metal AM with LPBF/MBJ is preferred.
• Experience managing production environments with output, quality, and delivery accountability.
• Background in aerospace/defense or other regulated settings with strong quality/compliance.
• Familiarity with CAD software, ERP systems, and manufacturing systems.
• Experience applying Lean/Six Sigma to drive measurable improvements.
• Ability to influence across functions and lead through ambiguity.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret data and drive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production, post-processing, and logistics operations across the Knoxville site.
• Provide direct leadership to two Supervisors and manage a 15+ employee team.
• Set daily/weekly priorities in line with Production Control and delivery commitments.
• Advance additive manufacturing capabilities (LPBF/MBJ) from print to inspection.
• Develop end-to-end workflows for transition from development to full-rate production.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Track metrics: on-time delivery, yield, equipment utilization, and cost performance.
• Ensure adherence to EHS, quality, and regulatory requirements in aerospace/defense contexts.
• Monitor operational performance and support cost control and productivity improvements.
• Lead hiring, coaching, and workforce planning to build a high-performing team.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Additive manufacturing

LPBF/MBJ

Data analysis

CAD (NX/SolidWorks)

ERP systems

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Beehive Industries in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead all production, post-processing, and shipping for the site. You will drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives and scale additive manufacturing processes (LPBF/MBJ) to deliver high-quality aerospace components.

The role reports to the Operations Director and manages two Supervisors and a 15+ team, bridging engineering and operations to build a high-performing, compliant organization in a fast-paced defense