Production Manager (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Production Manager (Aerospace): Leading hourly foundry operators in the full investment casting process from pattern production to post-processing with an accent on safety, quality, and delivery. Focus on scaling production throughput, establishing operational cadence, and driving continuous improvement initiatives on the factory floor.

Location: Must be a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for U.S. Government export authorizations (ITAR compliance).

Salary: $135,000–$160,000

Company

hirify.global builds advanced investment casting foundry systems for aerospace, defense, and energy applications, combining modern automation and materials science.

What you will do

• Lead foundry operations across multiple shifts, taking full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, and yield.
• Recruit and build a world-class team of Operations Technicians and establish the organizational structure.
• Set the shift cadence and operational standards to meet cost and delivery metrics.
• Develop and own onboarding and training programs to foster a culture of operational excellence.
• Manage operational improvement initiatives to eliminate hazards, reduce lead times, and drive down costs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align priorities and relentlessly reduce labor hours.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, or test engineering in aerospace, automotive, or commercial industries.
• 2+ years of experience directly managing non-exempt manufacturing personnel.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card) required for ITAR compliance.
• Proven track record of inspiring operators and driving complex initiatives to completion on budget and schedule.
• Functional understanding of production tracking, scheduling, and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• Direct experience with investment casting processes (shell building, burnout, pouring, and finishing).
• Demonstrated ability to scale production throughput in high-volume manufacturing settings.
• Familiarity with aerospace or defense manufacturing quality systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including equity and unlimited PTO.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Dynamic environment combining hands-on gritty work with technical manufacturing.