Manufacturing Operations Manager, Missiles

Anduril Industries • Ashville, OH

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Operations to join their growing team in Ashville, OH, supporting Arsenal-1, their hyper-scale manufacturing facility. This role involves managing a team of technicians to produce multiple platforms of hardware for strategic military and commercial customers. The position requires a blend of frontline technical and people management skills, focusing on customer satisfaction, team development, and day-to-day vehicle delivery operations. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, passionate about driving change, and has experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and strong technical communication skills. A 3-month training program in Costa Mesa, CA, with provided housing and transportation, is required for this role.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in production-oriented or electro-mechanical technician fields.
• At least 3+ years in a supervisor or production operations lead/manager role in a high-volume production environment.
• Experience working with ERP and MES systems.
• Full understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principles, and change management (ECOs).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, building plans, equipment specs, electrical schematics, etc.).
• Extremely reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Passion for employee development, training, and developing both new hires and veteran production staff.
• Proven skills in process and equipment troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting process development.
• Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing or 6-Sigma principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).
• U.S. Citizen Required.

Nice To Haves

• New Product Introduction (NPI) experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, business, or applied science).
• Lean six sigma green belt certified.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 standards and OSHA laws.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage technician staff in the production and delivery of various hardware through factory acceptance.
• Manage the priorities, equipment, and people associated with the production line.
• Set priorities and direct daily operations, including timely issuing and completion of work orders.
• Ensure all operators follow safety procedures and their teams' safety training is current.
• Document EHS incidents, correct workplace hazards, and empower others to continuously improve operations.
• Manage, coach, mentor, and support production technicians.
• Prioritize work activities for operators to achieve target on-time delivery goals.
• Ensure quality standards are met throughout the entire production process and support no defects from leaving a station or team area.
• Provide high-level reports to Production Managers, Directors, and Head of Manufacturing.
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities.
• Complete transactions in production systems (NetSuite / JIRA Anduril MES) daily.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure inventory levels are maintained and accurate in each work area.
• Provide weekly reports on production progress, blockers, risks, and needs.
• Generate daily pass downs and weekly production reports for engineering and operations teams.
• Lead daily communication with cross-functional teams such as engineering, technicians, supply chain, logistics, and quality.
• Build a positive and collaborative team culture that promotes product knowledge, skills development, and X-training.
• Demonstrate a high level of urgency and enthusiasm to complete tasks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.
• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree