Who we are
As Paragon Space Development celebrates 30 years of providing awardwinning life support and thermal control solutions for extreme environments weve recognized that it is our employees that keep our business thriving. By any measure Paragon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our goal is to hire the best and allow you to do the work that you enjoy! We are interested in developing individuals who enjoy a challenge and like working on a variety of projects in a fastpaced environment.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to lead our aerospace manufacturing facility specializing in precision machining and systems assembly. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership skills to drive operational excellence team development and ontime delivery performance.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily production operations for machining and mechanical assembly ensuring efficient workflow and resource utilization
- Develop and implement strategic production plans aligned with organizational KPIs and customer commitments
- Lead mentor and develop a diverse team of manufacturing professionals including supervisors technicians and assembly specialists
- Optimize production scheduling to meet delivery targets while maintaining quality standards
- Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing principles and best practices
- Coordinate with engineering quality and supply chain teams to ensure seamless production flow
- Manage operational budgets and control manufacturing expenses
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance standards
- Monitor equipment effectiveness and implement maintenance strategies
- Create and maintain performance metrics and KPIs to track operational success
Specialized in Machining & Mechanical Assembly
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in engineering Manufacturing Operations Management or related field
- 7 years of progressive experience in aerospace manufacturing operations with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Demonstrated expertise in precision machining operations and mechanical assembly processes
- Strong knowledge of aerospace manufacturing standards and regulations (AS9100 NADCAP etc.)
- Experience implementing and sustaining lean manufacturing principles
- Proven track record of team development and performance management
- Excellent problemsolving skills with datadriven decisionmaking ability
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with managing ERP/MRP systems and production management software
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in Engineering or Business Administration
- Certification in Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) or similar
- Experience with automation integration in manufacturing environments
- Background in new product introduction and manufacturing process development
- Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts and digital manufacturing technologies
Required Experience:
Manager