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Production Manager

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Torrance, CA
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Torrance, CA
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The Production Manager leads assembly and inspection operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety while mentoring teams and implementing process improvements in aerospace manufacturing.
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Who We Are

We are pioneering modular motion technologies to power the next generation of innovation for Industrial, Aerospace and Defense. If you're excited about disrupting legacy industries, and passionate about building next generation technology, let's chat!

We are at the forefront of innovation, crafting exclusive motion control components that propel the industrial, aerospace, and defense sectors into the future. 

A couple other things:

  • We are open to relocating you
  • We have great benefits
  • We are well funded, and generating revenue
  • We are located in beautiful Torrance, CA and just moved into a new large hangar facility

About the Role
As our Production Lead, you will be responsible for all aspects of assembly, inspection, and production workflow. You will be responsible for leading a growing team of technicians and inspectors, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety in our manufacturing operations. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment, is comfortable wearing multiple hats, and can drive continuous improvement while scaling operations.
What you will do: 

  • Lead and manage the assembly and inspection to meet production goals, quality standards, and delivery schedules 
  • Establish and refine assembly and inspection procedures to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards 
  • Train, mentor, and develop production staff to build a strong, high-performing team 
  • Partner with engineering and quality teams to ensure all products meet rigorous aerospace standards and customer expectations 
  • Optimize workforce scheduling, tooling, and material flow to maximize productivity 
  • Troubleshoot production issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives 
  • Work closely with engineering, supply chain, and leadership to scale operations effectively 
  • Be willing to roll up your sleeves, solve problems on the fly, and adapt as the company grows 

What you need: 

  • 5+ years in aerospace manufacturing 
  • Strong understanding of aerospace assembly, inspection processes, and quality control standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.). 
  • Proven ability to manage and motivate production teams in a dynamic environment. 
  • Ability to analyze challenges, develop solutions, and implement process improvements. 
  • Comfortable with ambiguity, proactive, and willing to take on multiple responsibilities. 

What we have to offer:

We are not just building components. We are reshaping the future of the Aerospace and Defense component industry, which is a $300B+ market! Come join us and help build next generation systems that will make a massive impact at global scale.

  • We offer competitive compensation + equity
  • Exceptional healthcare benefits, Medical is 100% covered by the company
  • Flexible PTO Policy
  • 401K
  • More to come!

Top Skills

As9100
Iso 9001

Salient Motion Irvine, California, USA Office

Irvine, CA , United States, 92612

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