Production Manager

Now hiring for a Production Manager

Location: Harbor City, CA

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

Work Scheulde: M-F 6:00am-3:00pm with OT

Run the Floor. Lead the Crew. Own the Results.

Looking for Production Manager jobs in Harbor City where leadership and organization drive results? This opportunity lets you oversee warehouse operations, support your team, and help ensure products move safely, accurately, and efficiently throughout the supply chain.

The Aerospace Manufacturing Production Manager oversees daily production operations within an aerospace manufacturing facility, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in compliance with aerospace industry standards, quality requirements, and production schedules. This role is responsible for managing production teams, coordinating workflow, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee daily manufacturing and production operations to meet production goals, customer requirements, and delivery deadlines.

Manage, train, and develop production supervisors, team leads, and manufacturing personnel.

Coordinate production schedules, staffing levels, equipment availability, and material requirements.

Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, manufacturing procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.

Collaborate with quality assurance, engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and planning departments.

Review production reports, key performance indicators (KPIs), labor costs, scrap rates, and productivity metrics.

Ensure employees follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and safety protocols.

Investigate production delays, quality issues, and process deviations, implementing corrective and preventive actions.

Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Maintain accurate production records, work orders, labor reporting, and manufacturing documentation.

Ensure proper handling, traceability, and control of aerospace materials, components, and finished products.

Assist with internal and external audits and ensure production processes meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Manage departmental budgets, labor allocation, and production resources effectively.

Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and quality throughout the production department.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.

Several years of experience in manufacturing production management, preferably within the aerospace or aviation industry.

Previous experience supervising production teams and managing manufacturing operations.

Knowledge of aerospace quality management systems, such as AS9100, and applicable requirements.

Familiarity with manufacturing processes, production planning, quality control, and inventory management.

Experience with ERP or manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.

Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Required Skills

Production planning and scheduling

Team leadership and employee development

Aerospace manufacturing processes

Quality assurance and regulatory compliance

Continuous improvement and process optimization

Budget management and cost control

Performance tracking and reporting

Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an aerospace manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with production employees, engineering teams, quality personnel, and senior management. The role may require time on the manufacturing floor to monitor operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and stand on the manufacturing floor for extended periods, move throughout the facility, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Additional physical requirements depend on the facility and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.

Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.

Leadership Opportunity within a safety-focused and performance-driven organization.

Crew-Backed. Staffmark-Approved.

We asked the team if they’d recommend working here. 4 out of 5 said, “Absolutely.” Come find out why.

What You Will Do

As a Production Manager you will oversee daily warehouse operations, coordinate shipping and receiving activities, monitor inventory accuracy, supervise warehouse personnel, support productivity goals, maintain workplace safety standards, and help ensure efficient movement of products throughout the facility. You will collaborate with operations, logistics, and leadership teams to improve performance, resolve operational issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The Production Manager leads warehouse operations through effective planning, employee supervision, inventory management, and logistics coordination. This role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Successful Production Manager professionals understand warehouse systems, productivity management, and employee development while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Reliable leadership supports efficient daily operations.

This career offers rewarding opportunities for experienced warehouse leaders committed to continuous improvement.