Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

Help Build the Future of Flight

At Boeing South Carolina, we are shaping the future of aerospace. As the exclusive final assembly site of the revolutionary 787 Dreamliner, 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 Mid Body Assembly located in North Charleston, South Carolina, 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.

Your Impact Starts on Day One

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.

You will:

• Lead and inspire frontline manufacturing teams in a fast-paced, high-performance environment

• Execute daily production plans that bring the 787 Dreamliner 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

• Build airplanes that change the world

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

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment:

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 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

• Ability to support variable shifts based on operational needs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience leading teams in a formal or informal role

• 3+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience

• Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment

• Proven track record of implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives

• Experience in electrical (wiring), systems, and/or structures

• Bachelor’s degree or higher

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Shift:

This position is for a variable shift (shift 4). Variable shift means you will be assigned a shift at time of hire based on business needs. You will remain on your assigned work shift until a re-evaluation is required. Shifts assigned for training may differ from your permanent work shift.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Why Boeing South Carolina

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to lead at one of Boeing’s most important and fastest-growing production sites.

You will be part of:

• A leadership team driving the future of widebody production

• A culture focused on people, safety, and excellence

• A site making historic investments in growth and capability

• A mission that connects the world through aerospace innovation

This Is Your Moment to Lead<