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Senior Production Manager

Ultra Maritime


Job Location:

Columbia, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: m 75 - 75
Posted: 11 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the worlds most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves we continue to push boundariesdriven by innovation accountability and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfaresafeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Lead the Operation. Develop the Team. Support the Mission.

At Ultra Maritime the work we do supports the people who operate at sea and helps protect lives and strengthen national security. As a Senior Production Manager youll lead multiple production areas and play a critical role in ensuring we deliver high-quality mission-critical products safely efficiently and reliably.

This is an opportunity to shape the operation not simply manage it. Youll set operational strategy develop leaders strengthen manufacturing capabilities drive continuous improvement and partner across the organization to deliver results.

Job Description

What Youll Do

  • Lead multiple production areas with accountability for safety quality delivery productivity and cost.

  • Develop and execute operational strategies that align production performance with business and program objectives.

  • Drive continuous improvement operational excellence and transformation initiatives that improve quality capacity flow and efficiency.

  • Establish technical and operational standards and identify opportunities to strengthen manufacturing capabilities processes and technology.

  • Build and develop a strong leadership organization through coaching talent development and succession planning.

  • Partner across Program Management Engineering Quality Planning Maintenance Supply Chain and other functions to resolve challenges and achieve shared goals.

  • Use KPIs statistical process data and tiered management systems to identify trends drive accountability and implement sustainable corrective actions.

  • Lead change management efforts and transformation initiatives aligned with evolving business and customer requirements.

  • Support annual budgeting resource and capacity planning and investment decisions across the operation.

  • Proactively communicate risks opportunities and performance to senior stakeholders while building strong relationships across the organization.

  • Foster a culture of accountability collaboration continuous improvement and operational discipline.

What You Bring

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing Operations Business or a related field or equivalent experience.

  • 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing production operations or a related environment.

  • 7 years of people leadership experience including leadership through other leaders.

  • Demonstrated experience leading complex manufacturing operations and multiple production areas.

  • Strong knowledge of operational excellence continuous improvement and data-driven performance management.

  • Proven ability to lead organizational change and build high-performing teams.

  • Strong communication collaboration problem-solving and executive presence skills.

  • Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Why Ultra Maritime

Youll lead teams whose work has a purpose beyond the factory floor. Every improvement you make every leader you develop and every product your team delivers contributes to a mission that matters.

If youre ready to lead a complex operation develop exceptional people and help shape the future of manufacturing at Ultra Maritime we want to hear from you.

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What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime we invest in our employees and their well-being:

  • Climate controlled well-lit and clean work environment!

  • Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

  • 8 Paid Holidays with 3 floating holidays

  • 401k Plan with Company Match

  • Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

  • Wellness Program and incentives

  • Company HSA contributions

  • Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

  • Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

  • Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

  • $75 monthly student loan repayment program

  • Basic Life Insurance

  • Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

  • Short Term Disability

  • Long Term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

  • Medical and Prescription insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

  • Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

  • Accident Plan

  • Critical Illness Plan

  • Hospital Indemnity Plan

  • Pet Insurance

  • Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process please email

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair respectful and inclusive and we make employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry ethnicity marital status disability genetic information protected veteran status citizenship status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity compliance and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and where permitted by law may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

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Required Experience:

Manager


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