Manufacturing Manager - Defense - Franklin, MA

Michael Page International

Franklin, MA
1 day ago

$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will serve as the technical authority for manufacturing operations, ensuring production methods consistently achieve design intent while supporting business objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and lead time. The successful candidate will lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers, oversee process innovation, implement digital manufacturing technologies, and drive operational improvements across a complex production environment.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Franklin, MA
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Responsibilities include:

Leading, mentoring, and developing the manufacturing engineering team to achieve business and technical objectives.
Driving implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and digital manufacturing initiatives.
Overseeing process improvements, capacity planning, engineering resources, and departmental budgets.
Supporting new product introductions, manufacturing changes, and cross-functional programme execution.
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and product quality requirements while promoting a Right First Time culture.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The ideal candidate will be a proven manufacturing engineering leader with experience managing complex production environments and delivering measurable operational improvements. They will possess strong technical expertise in advanced manufacturing processes, combined with the ability to lead teams, engage stakeholders, and support strategic business initiatives.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering with significant manufacturing engineering experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing engineering teams and major manufacturing projects.
Background in advanced machining, complex assemblies, welding, or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.
Experience implementing digital manufacturing solutions and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Eligible to obtain and maintain a government security clearance and authorised to work in the United States.

This opportunity offers the chance to join a growing and technically advanced manufacturing organization where you can influence strategy, lead transformational projects, and develop high-performing engineering teams. The role provides exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on operational performance.

Leadership position with significant influence on manufacturing strategy.
Exposure to advanced automation, digital manufacturing, and 5-axis machining technologies.
Competitive compensation package and long-term career development opportunities.

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.