Overview
MANUFACTURING MANAGER (PLTX)
Bowhead seeks a Manufacturing Manager to lead Bowhead Manufacturing & Product's Quality Management System at our Plano, TX location. As the Manufacturing Manager you will have the opportunity to lead and manage the manufacturing and warehouse staff. You will work closely with other management personnel to develop and initiate processes that enhance operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
Ess ential functions will include:
Managing all operations related to manufacturing
Develop and track metrics to continuously monitor and improve the production process
Coordinate production with material planning, shipping logistics, and program management
Responsible for all manufacturing activities including master scheduling, production planning, receiving, assembly, test, inventory, and shipping
Ensure timely internal response to operational issues impacting customer expectations and project cycle time performance
Emphasize importance of and monitor compliance with appropriate safety policies and procedures
Drive continuous improvement efforts utilizing Lean initiatives to reduce costs and support the attainment of established goals
Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree is preferred in addition to at least three to five (3-5) or more years in prior management experience in manufacturing
Minimum of five to eight (5-8) years of direct related experience in manufacturing and quality management is desired
Experience in quality inspection supervision and product source inspection preferred
Must be an organized and strategic leader with a creative approach toward building solutions and implementing improvements and corrective actions
Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Standards, 6 Sigma tools, Statistics
APICS certification (CPIM) certification a plus
Experience with an ERP system highly preferred/desired
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds or more
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: There are currently no Security Clearance requirements for this position; however, candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check. Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance www.uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/ .
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2026-25536
Category Program/Project Management
Location : Location US-TX-Plano
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain N/A
Minimum Clearance Required N/A
Travel Requirement N/A
