Manufacturing Manager - North Charleston, SC

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•North Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing is hiring a First Line Manufacturing Manager (Level K) in Composite Fabrication and AFT Body A&I at its North Charleston, South Carolina site. The manager will lead frontline manufacturing teams building the 787 Dreamliner and contribute to Boeing South Carolina’s production growth and capability expansion. The role focuses on developing people and teams while driving performance in safety, quality, and delivery in a structured, fast-paced production environment. The manager will execute daily production plans, partner with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve challenges, and use Lean principles and operational excellence tools to support continuous improvement. The position is on-site and assigned to a variable shift based on operational needs; the shift assigned during training may differ from the permanent shift. Candidates must complete Boeing’s First-Line Leader Assessment and satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process. U.S. export-control compliance requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas. Relocation is available based on candidate eligibility.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in a leadership role, such as team leader, temporary manager, large-scale cross-functional project/program management, or formal manager experience; alternatively, completion of Boeing’s internal 'Exploring Leadership' course.
At least three 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.
Complete the Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment as part of the selection process.
Satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
Meet U.S. export-control requirements as a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly in Structures, Systems, Electrical, Test, Assembly, or Interiors.
At least three years of formal or informal leadership experience.
At least three 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.
Build partnerships with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to solve complex challenges.
Develop and coach teammates and build future leaders.
Drive continuous improvement through Lean principles and operational excellence tools.
Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship.
Contribute to Boeing South Carolina’s growth, innovation, and production rate increases.