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Advanced Manufacturing Operations Specialist

Divergent
Location
Torrance, California, United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
46-Machining Production
Salary
$75,070 – $103,220
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of production planning or scheduling experience in aerospace or high-complexity manufacturing environments
  • Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP and MES systems
  • Expertise in production planning, forecasting, and schedule optimization
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet), JIRA, and Confluence
  • Ability to navigate and influence in cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, production, quality)
  • Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Nice to have
  • Experience with Siemens NX PLM and master BOM conversion (eBOM to mBOM)
  • Track record of improving on-time delivery, reducing schedule variance, and driving systemic improvements
What the job really is

The Advanced Manufacturing Operations Specialist at Divergent is responsible for providing scheduling support and production planning expertise to ensure on-time delivery of machined hardware. This role involves developing and maintaining work center schedules, hosting daily production standups, and proactively managing job flows across machining, inspection, assembly, and shipping phases. The specialist will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to address part shortages and labor constraints, and implement tools for real-time tracking and efficiency improvements.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Equity plan
  • Discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including HMO and Premium PPO options
Things to weigh
  • Fast-paced, high-mix production environment may lead to rapidly shifting priorities
  • Hands-on engagement on the shop floor is required
  • Role involves significant cross-functional collaboration
  • No specific mention of remote work options
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