Job Description
Company Overview Technology Applications Group (TAG) is the developer of the Tagnite® Coating System , an anodic coating for magnesium alloys that delivers exceptional corrosion and abrasion resistance. TAG is a long-standing leader in magnesium surface finishing for the Aerospace and Defense industries and has maintained AS9100 certification and NADCAP accreditation for more than a decade. Position Overview TAG is seeking a Plant Manager – Metal Finishing Operations to lead and oversee magnesium coating application and removal operations. This is a hands-on, on-site role with direct responsibility for process ownership, production oversight, and continuous improvement across finishing operations. Remote or hybrid work is not available. This position combines practical engineering execution with floor-level leadership, including direct management of production leads to ensure procedural compliance, quality performance, and operational discipline. The role operates within a tightly regulated aerospace and defense manufacturing environment and requires consistent, daily engagement with production operations and finishing equipment. This position requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility to work with ITAR-controlled materials. Visa sponsorship, C2C arrangements, and third-party recruiter submissions are not available. Key Responsibilities Control anodizing and related metal finishing processes to meet production, quality, cost, and delivery objectives. Own process performance metrics, troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement corrective actions to reduce scrap, rework, and downtime. Define, document, and maintain process parameters, control plans, operating procedures, and work instructions. Lead and execu