Production Manager Jobs in California

Production Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across entertainment, aerospace and defense, food and beverage manufacturing, and consumer goods. Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego are the largest hiring hubs, where employers like Boeing, PepsiCo, and Disney regularly bring on production managers at every level from associate to senior. The most in-demand specialties are film and TV production, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, and food production operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles227+
Top employerTesla
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring110
Work type74% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Print Production Assistant Manager
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Print Production Assistant Manager
FedEx Office
Newark, California
Compliance & Legal
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Legal Counsel
$30.55 - $38.16/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Production Manager K-12 and Tech Theater, Upper School
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Production Manager K-12 and Tech Theater, Upper School
The Harker School
San Jose, California
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $120k/yr
High school

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Production Project Manager
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Production Project Manager
Bachem
Vista, California
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$104k - $142k/yr
Bachelor's degree in biology
501-1,000

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Area Production Manager
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Area Production Manager
Martin Marietta
Sunol, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$158k - $195k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, Production
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Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, Production
Karman Space & Defense
Huntington Beach, California
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$140k - $185k/yr
Bachelor's degree in communications
1,001-5,000

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Production Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
10 jobs
Irvine
8 jobs
Fremont
8 jobs
Stockton
6 jobs
San Jose
5 jobs
Poway
3 jobs
Burbank
3 jobs
Fontana
3 jobs

Production Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Tesla5 open roles
Northrop Grumman5 open roles
CARVANA4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Electronics & Hardware

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field
  • Five or more years of manufacturing or production supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvement methods
  • Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle for scheduling and inventory control
  • Strong familiarity with California OSHA workplace safety regulations and compliance requirements
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams across multiple production shifts

Production Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production manager in California?

Most production managers in California start with a bachelor's degree in operations management, industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field, then build experience as a shift supervisor or production coordinator. California has no state-issued license specific to the production manager title, but roles in food manufacturing may require a Food Safety Manager certification recognized under California retail food codes. Employers in aerospace and defense often expect familiarity with AS9100 quality standards.

Which companies hire production managers in California?

Employers hiring production managers in California right now include Tesla, Northrop Grumman, and CARVANA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of entertainment studios, aerospace contractors, and large-scale food and beverage operations means production manager demand is distributed across a wider range of industries than most other states.

Which California cities have the most production manager jobs?

Los Angeles, San Diego, and Irvine have the most production manager openings in California. Los Angeles anchors hiring through its entertainment studios and aerospace suppliers, while the Bay Area and San Diego attract openings in semiconductor manufacturing, biotech, and defense contracting, making both metros strong outside of the traditional manufacturing belt.

Are there remote production manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Production managers typically oversee physical operations, equipment, and floor staff, which requires an on-site presence most of the time. About 26% of production manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be at the strategic or program-management end of the function rather than direct floor supervision.

How can I get hired as a production manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a production coordinator or shift supervisor role at a California manufacturing plant or studio facility, then building toward a manager title over two to three years. Large California food producers and entertainment studios run structured associate operations programs that place candidates without direct management experience. A Food Safety Manager certification or a Lean manufacturing credential strengthens an application significantly at this stage.

Where can I find and apply to production manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to production manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across entertainment, manufacturing, aerospace, and food production. Find roles that fit your experience and industry focus and apply directly from the listings.

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