Manufacturing Manager

Job Description
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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking a First Line Manufacturing Manager (Level K) to join the Boeing Salt Lake Fabrication team in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Position Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage manufacturing teams to achieve production schedules, quality standards, and cost targets
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, workflows, and best practices to optimize efficiency and productivity
• Ensure compliance with Boeing's safety, quality, and environmental policies
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to support product development and resolve manufacturing issues
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to reduce waste and improve processes
• Manage resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to meet production demands
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports for senior management
• Oversee training and development of manufacturing personnel to build a skilled and motivated workforce
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and customer requirements, including FAA and other aerospace standards
• Lead problem-solving efforts and root cause analysis for manufacturing defects or delays

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership."
• 3+ years of experience in Aerospace, Fabrication, or manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of experience applying continuous improvement tools and techniques
• 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Able and willingness to work variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with aerospace manufacturing standards and certifications
• Familiarity with Boeing production systems and tools
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all level
• Proficiency with manufacturing software, CMES, ADPP, Excell
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and safety standards

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Shift:
This position is for 2nd shift.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $113,350 - $150,650
Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 22, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 2nd shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.