SAAB operates at the forefront of the Defense & Aerospace sector, delivering complex systems that require the highest standards of safety, quality, and innovation. Our Manufacturing & Production team is the backbone of our operations, tasked with transforming engineering vision into tangible, mission-critical hardware. We foster a culture where accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration drive our success in a highly regulated and innovative environment.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Plum Valley Road, Rapid City, Clearwater Township, Kalkaska County, Michigan, 49676, United States
Clearwater Township, Michigan
Key Responsibilities
check_circleLead day-to-day manufacturing operations for defense and aerospace products
check_circleManage, coach, and develop production supervisors, technicians, and operators
check_circleTranslate engineering requirements into executable production plans and schedules
check_circleCoordinate with Systems Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to align objectives
Frequently asked questions about Manager, Manufacturing at Saab
What does a Manager, Manufacturing at Saab do?expand_more
In this Manager, Manufacturing at Saab role, you will lead day-to-day manufacturing operations for defense and aerospace products; manage, coach, and develop production supervisors, technicians, and operators; translate engineering requirements into executable production plans and schedules; and coordinate with systems engineering, quality, and supply chain to align objectives.
What are the requirements for this Manager, Manufacturing role?expand_more
Saab is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Eligibility to work on defense-related programs per applicable regulations.
Where is the Manager, Manufacturing role at Saab located?expand_more
Manager, Manufacturing at Saab is based in Plum Valley Road, Rapid City, Clearwater Township, Kalkaska County, Michigan, 49676, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Manager, Manufacturing job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Saab has listed this Manager, Manufacturing role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Manager, Manufacturing role?
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Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
check_circleMonitor production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and drive corrective actions
check_circleEnsure compliance with aerospace/defense quality and regulatory standards
check_circleParticipate in design and process reviews to improve manufacturability
check_circleManage manufacturing budgets, labor costs, and resource allocation
check_circleFoster a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation across the organization
check_circleSupport new product introductions, ramp-ups, and process validation
Requirements
verifiedEligibility to work on defense-related programs per applicable regulations
Nice to Have
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher. Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or similar.
Candidates for Manager, Manufacturing at Saab should have lead.
What skills do you need for the Manager, Manufacturing role at Saab?expand_more
Key skills for Manager, Manufacturing at Saab include Lean Manufacturing; Continuous Improvement; 5S; Erp; MRP; Sap; Oracle; and Reading Technical Drawings.
What category does the Manager, Manufacturing role belong to?expand_more
Manager, Manufacturing at Saab is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.