Advanced Manufacturing Production Specialist

Advanced Manufacturing Production Specialist

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Divergent is hiring an Advanced Manufacturing Production Specialist to coordinate materials, tooling, and workflows across the production floor , ensuring efficient operations, minimal downtime, and on-schedule output in a high-precision aerospace environment. Th e role acts as a link between machining, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, resolving constraints and prioritizing work orders while monitoring production status, tracking inventory and tooling , and identifying bottlenecks

• Helpcoordinatedaily production activities to ensure alignment with manufacturing schedules and on-time delivery commitments.
• Ensure the availability of tooling, materials, and work instructions prior to job release to minimize downtime and production interruptions.
• Assist with managingandtrackingwork orders through ERP/MRP systems,maintainingaccurateand up-to-date production status.
• Monitor tooling inventory and usage, supporttool criboperations,andinitiatingreplenishment or replacement as needed.
• Identify and proactivelyhelpaddress production bottlenecks.
• Assist with production planning activities, including job sequencing, capacity considerations, and resource allocation.
• Maintainaccuratedocumentation, includingdigitaltravelers, inspection records, and production logs,in accordance with company requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives byidentifyinginefficiencies and supporting process optimization efforts.

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• High school diploma (or equivalent) or relevant aerospace/precision machining experience
• 1+ year of administrative or production support experienceminimumin a manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational, multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven production settings
• Familiarity with CNC machining, blueprint reading, tooling, and production workflows
• Basic knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100) and FAA regulations
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems andproficiencyin Microsoft Excel for scheduling, tracking, and data analysis
• Ability tomanage andtrackworkorders,inventory, and toolingavailability

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing environments (tight tolerances)
  • Knowledge of First Article Inspection (FAI)&Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma principles
• Certification or training in:
  • APICS / supply chain fundamentals
• Prior experience in:
  • Tool crib management
  • Production control
  • Inventory systems
• This roleoperatesin a fast-paced, high-mix production environment where priorities can shift rapidly based on engineering changes, supply chainconstraintsand
  
  Program milestones. The environment demands tight cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality,logistics and
  
  Program teamsto ensure daily execution aligns with long-term build plans.
• Success in this environment requires hands-on engagement on the shop floor, strongsystem’sknowledge, and the ability toanticipateand resolve scheduling risks before theyimpactkey deliverables.
• The culture emphasizes proactive communication, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement to meet aggressive program timelines whilemaintaininghigh standards for quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds as part of daily job duties, including loading, unloading, and moving materials.
  
  Demonstrateproper lifting techniques to prevent injury,maintainphysical stamina for repetitive tasks, andfollowall workplace safety guidelines when handling heavy items.

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job.

• Specialist 02 / S02: $36.00 - $50.00

Pay Range

$36 - $50 USD

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