Senior Production Manager - Thermal Spray & Machining

Kymera; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kymera International, based in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations across thermal spray, machining, and grinding. You will ensure safety, on-time delivery, and high-quality output while guiding supervisors, team leads, and technicians to achieve targets.

The role focuses on translating customer requirements into executable production plans, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement in alignment with

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in a manufacturing field; leadership experience preferred.
• 5+ years progressive manufacturing experience with leadership responsibilities in coatings, machining, or related operations.
• Experience leading production teams, supervisors, or team leads in a manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience with thermal spray processes (HVOF/plasma/wire arc) and/or precision machining and grinding is preferred.
• Experience with integrated manufacturing processes including surface prep, coating, finishing, machining, and inspection; familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100/NADCAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations across thermal spray, machining, and grinding to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Provide hands-on leadership and technical direction to supervisors, team leads, technicians, machinists, and grinders.
• Set production priorities, performance expectations, and measurable goals for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Monitor performance, coach staff, and ensure accountability for meeting objectives.
• Drive training, development, and succession planning to build a capable, high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kymera International, based in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations across thermal spray, machining, and grinding. You will ensure safety, on-time delivery, and high-quality output while guiding supervisors, team leads, and technicians to achieve targets.

The role focuses on translating customer requirements into executable production plans, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement in alignment with