Production Manager
Canopy Technologies
Product
Ontario, CA, USA
Posted on May 8, 2026
From Engine Bay to Payload, we protect vital structures and systems.
Hera Technologies is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in high-precision metallic and non-metallic solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space sectors. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of thermal support systems. Our team is driven by excellence, integrity, and a passion for advancing aerospace technology.
Take the next step in your career with a company committed to excellence, where your contributions are recognized, and your potential is realized.
The Production Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations within a designated production area, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution across people, processes, equipment, and production schedules. This role partners closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Leadership to meet aggressive production goals while building scalable manufacturing processes and high-performing teams.
This position may support a variety of manufacturing environments including assembly, integration & test (AI&T), machining, fabrication, soft goods, and other advanced manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operational leader with experience driving production performance within aerospace, defense, or similarly complex manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved
- Drive execution against production schedules and customer/program priorities
- Build, mentor, and develop manufacturing teams, leads, and supervisors
- Establish accountability and maintain a high-performance culture on the production floor
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program teams to resolve manufacturing challenges
- Monitor production metrics, labor utilization, throughput, scrap, and efficiency targets
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on scalability, process optimization, and operational excellence
- Ensure compliance with all company quality standards, manufacturing procedures, and safety protocols
- Support hiring, workforce planning, onboarding, and employee development efforts
- Assist in developing standardized work instructions, training documentation, and operational processes
- Drive root cause corrective actions related to production and quality issues
- Support production readiness activities for new product introduction and scaling efforts
- Help develop and improve manufacturing workflows, production planning, and operational infrastructure to support company growth
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, medical device, advanced materials, or related industries
- Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, scheduling, quality systems, and operational metrics
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a rapidly evolving, high-growth manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience
- Experience supporting production scale-up efforts
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
- Exposure to AS9100 or similarly regulated quality systems
- Experience within complex manufacturing environments involving machining, integration/test operations, fabrication, composites, textiles, or technical production processes
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Canopy A&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment with Canopy A&D is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
100000 - 140000 USD a year