Manufacturing Manager

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At Boeing South Carolina, we are shaping the future of aerospace. As the exclusive final assembly site of the revolutionary 787 Dream liner, our team delivers one of the most advanced commercial airplanes in the world-connecting people, economies, and possibilities across the globe.

We are accelerating production, expanding our capabilities, and building the leadership team that will carry the 787 program into its next chapter. This is your opportunity to step into a visible, mission-critical leadership role at the heart of Boeing’s widebody manufacturing system.

As a First Line Manufacturing Manager (Level K) in Composite Fabrication and AFT Body A&I, you won’t simply oversee production—you will inspire people, build high-performing teams, and directly contribute to delivering world-class airplanes that redefine what’s possible. This position is located in North Charleston, South Carolina.

In this role, you will lead frontline manufacturing teams responsible for building one of the most sophisticated aircraft ever designed. You will shape culture, develop talent, and drive performance across safety, quality, and delivery.

• Lead and inspire frontline manufacturing teams in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Execute daily production plans that bring the 787 Dream liner to life
• Build strong partnerships with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to solve complex challenges
• Develop and coach teammates to unlock their full potential and build future leaders
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean principles and operational excellence tools
• Foster a culture grounded in safety, quality, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship
• Help position Boeing South Carolina for continued growth, innovation, and production rate increases

This is a role for leaders who want to make a visible impact-every day.

• Inspire trust and bring out the best in their teams
• Thriving in dynamic, fast-moving manufacturing environments
• Lead with accountability, clarity, and confidence
• Are passionate about building people, not just processes
• Embrace continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Want to be part of something bigger than themselves

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.

• 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, manufacturing, or equivalent military experience
• Ability to lead teams and execute within a structured production environment
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• Willingness and ability to work a variable shift based on operational needs

• Aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly in Structures, Systems, Electrical, Test, Assembly, Interiors
• 3+ years of experience in a formal or informal leadership role
• 3+ years of experience implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• FAA A&P Certification