--- title: Lead Manufacturing Technician at Honeywell Aerospace description: Honeywell Aerospace is hiring for the Lead Manufacturing Technician role in Minneapolis, MN. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/lead-manufacturing-technician-at-honeywell-01a19e74-20a5-76c7-96c9-78eb0539b69d date: 2026-11-15T17:42:40Z og_description: Join Honeywell Aerospace as Lead Manufacturing Technician in Minneapolis, MN. Pays $80K–$101K per year. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/ywsa3t.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Honeywell Aerospace](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/honeywell?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Minneapolis, MN | | **Salary** | $80K/yr - $101K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 02, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Honeywell Aerospace. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Honeywell Aerospace. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $52,000 – $73,000 a year (median $61,000). ## Description As a Lead Manufacturing Technician here at Honeywell, you will lead a team, provide technical expertise, and ensure smooth engineering processes .You will report directly to our Manufacturing Manager, and you’ll work out of our Minneapolis, MN location on an On-Site work schedule. This role will support 1st Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 3:30 pm Key Responsibilities - Collaborate and assist a team of manufacturing technicians and operators, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance. - Oversee daily manufacturing performance, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. - Implement process improvements and troubleshooting techniques to enhance production efficiency and product quality. - Assure all equipment and tooling are working as expected to assure performance. - Help establish TPM and process monitoring to validate process compliance. - Audit SOS adherence within the cell to assure operator and processing equipment compliance. - Assist in rapid problem solving to find the source of process/product variation and escapes from the cell. - Strong utilization and development of standard work to assure consistent product and process flow throughout the cell. YOU MUST HAVE - Proven experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on process improvement. - Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety regulations. - Experience with manufacturing equipment and tools, including troubleshooting and maintenance. - Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies. - Ability to lead a team effectively and drive results in a fast-paced environment. - Experience with manufacturing equipment and tools, including troubleshooting and maintenance. WE VALUE - Optical glass machining polish experience - Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Mechanical measurement aptitude (GD&T), ability to read engineering drawings - Substrate glass optical contact/polish experience - 3 years of experience in a manufacturing role or a support technician role - Associate's Degree in Manufacturing Technology **ABOUT US** - Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. - Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else. - Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next. - Every horizon. Every mission. Every day. **About Honeywell Aerospace** - Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. - Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else. - Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next. - Every horizon. Every mission. Every day. - #LI-Onsite **THE BUSINESS UNIT** - Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas: - Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft - Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying - Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board - With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: [https://www.honeywellaerospace.com](https://www.honeywellaerospace.com/) - *Honeywell Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity :*[click here](https://www.honeywellaerospace.com/us/en/company/careers/inclusion-engagement) **Benefits** Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance • Short-term and long-term disability coverage • 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts • Employee assistance program and educational assistance • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time Explore your benefits: [https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/](https://nam09.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhoneywellaerospacebenefits.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CUshma.Trivedi%40honeywellaerospace.com%7C06c96d2941d743e1115a08dee27a3834%7C088ba5567df5428696d506283c06d167%7C0%7C0%7C639197211730673719%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sC1MeQm6qmeSZbGEH880fDD23n4ArbIA2iRAFi1SoAI%3D&reserved=0) **Posting Timeline** The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date 10/30/2026 **Hourly Pay Range** The annual range for this position is $80,000- $101,000. Please note that this compensation information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations. Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status. We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. 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