Manufacturing Manager - North Charleston, SC
About The Position
Boeing is hiring a First Line Manufacturing Manager (Level K) in Composite Fabrication and AFT Body A&I at Boeing South Carolina in North Charleston. The manager will lead frontline manufacturing teams involved in production of the 787 Dreamliner, shaping team culture, developing talent, and driving safety, quality, and delivery performance. The role supports daily production execution, cross-functional problem solving, continuous improvement, and the site’s growth and production-rate increases. The position is on-site and assigned to a variable shift based on business needs; the assigned shift may differ during training.
Requirements
- At least one year of leadership experience—such as team leader, temporary manager, large-scale cross-functional project or program management, or formal management experience—or completion of Boeing’s internal 'Exploring Leadership' course.
- At least 3 years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or equivalent military experience.
- Ability to lead teams and execute within a structured production environment.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
- Willingness and ability to work a variable shift based on operational needs.
- Must complete the Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment as part of the selection process.
- Must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
- Must meet U.S. export control requirements as a U.S. Person.
- Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Nice To Haves
- Aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly in Structures, Systems, Electrical, Test, Assembly, or Interiors.
- At least 3 years of formal or informal leadership experience.
- At least 3 years of experience implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher.
- FAA A&P Certification.
Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire frontline manufacturing teams in a fast-paced production environment.
- Execute daily production plans for the 787 Dreamliner.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to solve complex challenges.
- Develop and coach teammates and help build future leaders.
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean principles and operational excellence tools.
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship.
- Support Boeing South Carolina’s growth, innovation, and production-rate increases.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
- Relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
