Production Manager - Aerospace & Defense - Winter Park, FL

This Production Manager will lead manufacturing operations within a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment. This position is responsible for driving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity while leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

Client Details

Our client is a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of advanced technologies supporting critical aerospace and defense applications. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and mission success, the company offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful and impactful projects.

Description

This Production Manager will be responsible for:

• Managing daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, and delivery objectives
• Leading and developing production supervisors and manufacturing personnel
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Coordinating production schedules and resource allocation to meet customer demand
• Monitoring key performance metrics and implementing corrective actions as required
• Collaborating with engineering, quality, supply chain, and program teams to support operational goals

Profile

A Successful Production Manager will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field
• 5+ years of production leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience leading large manufacturing teams
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and KPI management
• Ability to drive safety, quality, and operational excellence initiatives
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• U.S. citizenship or ability to obtain required security clearance, if applicable

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career development and leadership training opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge aerospace and defense programs
• Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment

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.