Manager General Manufacturing 1
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is hiring a Manager General Manufacturing 1 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, to support the LITENING Targeting Cell. The cell manufactures and tests lower-level Thermal Imaging Sources (TIS) and performs system-level testing, troubleshooting, and repairs. Precision, safety, quality, and adherence to manufacturing processes are critical. The manager supervises a factory hourly team assembling, disassembling, repairing, reworking, reassembling, testing, and troubleshooting production and depot field-return units using design drawing documentation, work instructions, and test procedures. The position works with senior operations leadership, operations engineering, project management, production control, and product quality. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that supports employee growth. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant manufacturing work experience, or a master's degree and at least 3 years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
- At least 2 years of experience with production planning and scheduling.
- Experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems) and/or data analysis.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to assign tasks efficiently, resolve problems effectively, make assessments properly, and manage time proficiently.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.
- U.S. citizenship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the fundamentals of SAP/ERP.
- Demonstrated experience with CAM functions.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the factory hourly team responsible for assembling, disassembling, repairing, reworking, reassembling, testing, and troubleshooting production and depot field-return units.
- Establish daily duties for direct reports based on customer needs.
- Monitor production metrics to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
- Address production, personal, and performance concerns appropriately.
- Enforce company, manufacturing, and safety policies and procedures.
- Coach staff members to support continuous professional development.
- Promote a positive work environment and team collaboration.
- Interface with senior operations leadership, operations engineering, project management, production control, and product quality.
Benefits
- Health Plan
- Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Training and Development
- 9/80 Work Schedule where available
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Company-paid holidays
- Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
