Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation/aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting-edge solutions and support to our warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs. We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

Job Summary:

The Plant Manager provides overall leadership and accountability for the operational, financial, safety, quality, and compliance performance of a manufacturing facility. This role leads a multi-shift workforce while driving disciplined execution, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Essential Job Functions:

·        Own full P&L responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, margin performance, cost controls, and capital planning.

·        Provide overall leadership for plant operations across two shifts, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution.

·        Lead, develop, and hold accountable a workforce of fewer than 40 employees, including supervisors and support staff.

·        Ensure full compliance with government and defense contract requirements, including DFARS/FAR flow-downs, quality system adherence, documentation, traceability, audits, and customer requirements.

·        Champion Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve productivity, and drive predictable execution.

·        Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methodologies such as A3, root cause analysis, 5-Why, and kaizen events.

·        Establish, monitor, and improve KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.

·        Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and HR to meet contractual and business objectives.

·        Oversee production planning, capacity planning, labor strategy, and inventory management.

·        Serve as the primary site leader for customer interaction, audits, and regulatory or compliance-related engagements.

·        Build and sustain a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

·        Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, safety, and security requirements.

Non-Essential Functions:

·        Support special projects and operational initiatives.

·        Participate in corporate initiatives and cross-site collaboration.

Schedule:

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8-10 hour shifts, with the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed based on workload demands.

Note:  The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Required:

•       Experience leading manufacturing or operations with full site or business responsibility

•       Proven profit and loss ownership with strong financial and cost-control acumen

•       Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability

•       Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills

•       Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP experience a plus

•       Must be a U.S citizen.

Preferred:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field

·        Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)

·        Experience supporting DoD or other government contracts

·        Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality systems

·        Experience in low-to-mid volume, high-mix manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements:

·        Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

·        Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Working Conditions

• Onsite position with office environment and daily exposure to manufacturing areas.
• Flexibility to adapt to peak workloads and tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Reasonable Accommodations

 To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate. All employment decisions are based upon qualifications, merit, and business need.