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Manufacturing Manager - Defense - Newburyport, MA

Newburyport, Massachusetts Permanent USD72,000 - USD88,000 per year View Job Description
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead end-to-end production operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on driving operational excellence, improving efficiency, and leading high-performing teams to deliver consistent, high-quality output against demanding targets.
  • Lead site-wide manufacturing operations with full ownership.
  • Drive efficiency, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. With a long history of success and a commitment to continuous improvement, the business offers a collaborative environment where leadership, accountability, and performance are recognised and rewarded. Employees benefit from a stable platform with opportunities to influence operations and drive meaningful change across the production function.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Manager will take full ownership of production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently achieved. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational expertise, team management, and a focus on continuous improvement across processes, people, and systems.

  • Oversee all daily manufacturing operations to ensure output and efficiency targets are met.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, and cost control.
  • Optimise workflows, staffing, and resource allocation to maximise productivity.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth, end-to-end production flow.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate is a results-driven manufacturing leader with a strong background in managing high-volume production environments. They will combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, capable of leading teams, improving processes, and delivering measurable operational improvements.

  • Proven experience in a Manufacturing Manager or similar leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate high-performing teams.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency and process optimization.
  • Experience working with ERP or manufacturing systems in a production setting.



What's on Offer

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a stable and growing manufacturing organisation. The role offers a competitive salary, strong benefits, and the chance to influence operational performance and long-term business success.

  • Salary range of $110K-$130K depending on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement.
  • Clear progression opportunities within a well-established business.



Contact
Victor Pascoe
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7057387

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Newburyport
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victor Pascoe
Job Reference
JN-072026-7057387