Production Mgr - Inspection
Location : KALAMAZOO, MI, United States
Job Family : Manufacturing and Production
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Sep 10, 2025
Job ID : 59482
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About Parker Aerospace:
At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
Position Summary:
This Production Manager role will have primary responsibilities to be an advocate and support the Corporate WIN Strategy by managing and improving the quality, cost, delivery, morale and safety of the department, while driving meaningful progress in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost will be the main focus of this position.
Supervisory responsibility includes, but are not limited to, training and developing team members, delegating work assignments, coaching and counseling employees, administering disciplinary procedures up to and including written warnings. The employee has the responsibility and authority to identify the status of production materials and take action with such materials as defined in such documents as controlled plans and work instructions. Will interact with employees at all levels of the organization, customers, and outside contacts.
Responsibilities:
Work with team members to identify continuous improvement opportunities. Constantly identify and eliminate waste in assigned departments. Champion Lean Kaizen events to identify cost and time savings. Participate in cost-reduction programs.
Ensure quality standards are met that emphasize and focus on continuous improvement in an effort to improve manufacturing capability and reduce rework and scrap. Contain source of quality issues. Communicate with customers and establish and maintain effective relationships. Coordinate corrective action activities.
Perform capacity analysis using build plans. Determine staffing requirements for the assigned production area. Ensure that departmental productivity targets are met to meet customer requirements. Troubleshoot scheduling and material issues.
Develop and deploy standardized work instructions of assigned department(s). Ensure process stability through following standardized work.
Promote and enforce compliance of safety policies and procedures. Conduct safety investigations and audits. Address safety non-compliance. Maintain Operation Showcase.
Promote and enforce compliance of safety policies and procedures. Conduct safety investigations and audits. Address safety non-compliance. Maintain Operation Showcase.
.Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
2-3 years previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Must have demonstrated leadership abilities.
Proficient computer skills.
Must have ability to effectively work with people in a team environment and at various levels of the organization.
Must possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination
Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:
Health and Wellbeing:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini-mart, and vending machines.
Participation in health and emotional well-being challenges with rewards.
Financial Security and Growth:
Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.
Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life and dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.
Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:
Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 15 paid holidays
Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.
Career Advancement and Education:
Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.
Parker Purpose Opportunities:
Business Resource Groups promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.
Additional Benefits:
Employee Perks on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)
Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000)
Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor") If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination. This position is subject to meeting US export compliance and/or US Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Parker provides a drug-free workplace in accordance with its policies and applicable state laws. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability in relatio
