Manufacturing Manager Aerospace Adhesives

Manufacturing Manager Aerospace Adhesives GracoRoberts - 3.8 Carson, CA Job Details Full-time $140,000 - $150,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Operations management Workflow management (operations management method) Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Team management Production planning Budgeting Lean Six Sigma Leadership Manufacturing company experience Lean manufacturing Full Job Description Manufacturing Manager Aerospace Resins/Adhesives Carson, CA $140,000 - $150,000 GracoRoberts is seeking an RF Manufacturing Manager to lead Resin Formulation manufacturing operations in Carson, CA. This role drives production performance through operational excellence, continuous improvement, and strong people leadership. The RF Manufacturing Manager translates business strategy into execution—leading teams to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost KPIs while fostering accountability, collaboration, and employee development. What You'll Do Lead, coach, and supervise manufacturing teams; set goals, manage workloads, and drive performance Drive Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, and efficiency Manage production schedules, labor, materials, and equipment to meet customer demand and business goals Partner with leadership on strategic planning, capacity optimization, and capital investment initiatives Champion a safety‑first culture and ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and QMS requirements Develop talent through training, coaching, and mentorship while promoting GracoRoberts' values and high‑performance culture What You Bring 5+ years of manufacturing management experience with direct supervisory responsibility Strong leadership and people‑management skills Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or CI/OpEx methodologies Strategic, analytical, and execution‑focused mindset Strong mechanical, technical, and problem‑solving abilities Excellent communication and collaboration skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems Education & Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required Experience in adhesives or chemical manufacturing strongly preferred Exposure to aerospace, automotive, or high‑tech manufacturing a plus Proven continuos improvement or operational improvement results

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. GracoRoberts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. GracoRoberts makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

• Responsible for all general facility maintenance. Ensure the facility is in good working order, is visually presentable and appealing, and that proper preventive maintenance is employed.
• Coordinate cycle counts of company inventory as it relates to manufacturing, packaging, and other related materials.
• Maintain adherence to Quality Management System requirements for the department, including the development, coordination, review and approval of Work Instructions and Quality Records.

Critical Success Factors:

Safety:

Maintain zero lost workdays due to work-related injury or illness.

Quality:

Maximize yield and achieve zero quality defects.

Customer Satisfaction:

Strive for 100% on-time delivery.

Customer Satisfaction:

Achieve 100% order accuracy for department processes.

Customer Satisfaction:

Achieve 100% schedule attainment.

• Commit to

Quality:

Sustain

AS9100/ISO9000

certification for the department.

Efficiency:

Optimize the production schedule and minimize waste.

Turns:

Maximize turns without negatively affecting on-time delivery.

• Commitment to

Growth:

Support, review, enhance, and drive business strategic roadmap.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position with experience managing direct reports in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Strong, effective leadership skills. Ability to think tactically and strategically.
• Technical knowledge in adhesives manufacturing strongly preferred, if not required.
• Process-oriented.
• Possess mechanical and technical acumen.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing and formulation a plus.
• Aerospace, Automotive, or High-Tech industry experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fully competent in Microsoft Office Suite software and personal computer use.

This position offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. GracoRoberts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. GracoRoberts makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person