Manufacturing Manager

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 Final 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. 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 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.

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

• Ability to support variable shifts based on operational needs

• 3+ years of experience leading teams

• 3+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience

• Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment

• Proven track record of implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree or higher

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.

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.

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

• Culture focused on people, safety, and excellence

• Site making historic investments in growth and capability

• Mission that connects the world through aerospace innovation

The 787 Dreamliner represents innovation, performance, and possibility. Behind every aircraft is a leader who makes it happen. If you are ready to lead from the front, develop people, and play a defining role in the future of aerospace — we want to hear from you. Join us. Help build the future of flight.

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