Manufacturing Manager - North Charleston, SC
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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 Composite Fabrication and AFT Body A&I, 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. This position is located in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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
This is a role for leaders who want to make a visible impact—every day.
We’re Looking For Leaders Who:
Inspire trust and bring out the best in their teams
Thrive in dynamic, fast-moving manufacturing environments
Lead with accountability, clarity, and confidence
Are Passionate About Building People, Not Just Processes
Embrace continuous improvement and operational excellence
Want to be part of something bigger than themselves
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.
Auto req ID
486013BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
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
Willingness and ability to work a variable shift based on operational needs
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly in Structures, Systems, Electrical, Test, Assembly, Interiors
3+ years of experience in a formal or informal leadership role
3+ years of experience implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment
Bachelor’s degree or higher
FAA A&P Certification
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
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.
Pay & Benefits:At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health
savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $111,350 - $150,650
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for variable shift
City*
North Charleston
State*
South Carolina
Job_Category
Operations
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Boeing
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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 Composite Fabrication and AFT Body A&I, 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. This position is located in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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
This is a role for leaders who want to make a visible impact—every day.
We’re Looking For Leaders Who:
Inspire trust and bring out the best in their teams
Thrive in dynamic, fast-moving manufacturing environments
Lead with accountability, clarity, and confidence
Are Passionate About Building People, Not Just Processes
Embrace continuous improvement and operational excellence
Want to be part of something bigger than themselves
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.
Auto req ID
486013BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
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
Willingness and ability to work a variable shift based on operational needs
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly in Structures, Systems, Electrical, Test, Assembly, Interiors
3+ years of experience in a formal or informal leadership role
3+ years of experience implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment
Bachelor’s degree or higher
FAA A&P Certification
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
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.
Pay & Benefits:At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health
savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $111,350 - $150,650
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.
- 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for variable shift
City*
North Charleston
State*
South Carolina
Job_Category
Operations
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Boeing
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