Manufacturing Compliance & CMMC/CPCSP Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials•Southfield, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Manufacturing Compliance & Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) / Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification CPCSC) is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining regulatory compliance programs across Manufacturing, Distribution, and Value Add operations throughout the United States and Canada. This role serves as the organization's operational compliance subject matter expert, translating complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes, standard work, training, and day-to-day operational practices. The position bridges the gap between regulatory language and business execution by ensuring compliance requirements are understood, implemented, and consistently followed throughout the organization. Working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Facilities, Human Resources, Trade Compliance, Information Technology, and Quality, this individual develops compliance programs, prepares facilities for certification and customer audits, conducts internal compliance audits, and drives continuous compliance readiness. This role focuses on operational compliance and implementation rather than technical cybersecurity infrastructure or Quality Management System ownership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, manufacturing operations, auditing, or regulated industries.
Experience implementing and managing enterprise compliance programs.
Knowledge of CMMC/CPCSP, NIST SP 800-171, ITAR, EAR, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) requirements.
Experience conducting internal compliance audits.
Demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical business processes.
Experience developing procedures, work instructions, and employee training programs.
Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience managing controlled documentation (SharePoint or similar).
Ability to travel approximately 30–40% throughout the United States and Canada.

Nice To Haves

CMMC Certified Professional (CCP)
Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or government-contract manufacturing.
ISO 9001 or AS9100 Internal or Lead Auditor certification.
Experience leading multi-site compliance programs.
Knowledge of Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), if applicable to your operations.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise compliance programs.
Translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes and operational procedures.
Develop implementation roadmaps and ensure consistent deployment across all manufacturing, distribution, and value-added facilities.
Serve as the primary business resource for interpreting compliance requirements and their application to daily operations.
Monitor changes to applicable regulations and implement required business process updates.
Lead operational implementation and sustainment of the organization's CMMC/CPCSP compliance program.
Coordinate certification readiness activities for U.S. and Canadian facilities.
Prepare sites for C3PAO assessments and customer audits.
Develop implementation plans and monitor overall compliance readiness.
Partner with Information Technology on technical cybersecurity controls while owning the operational and facility-level implementation.
Track certification milestones and ensure ongoing compliance.
Develop and implement operational processes supporting compliance with: ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), CPG (Controlled Products/Compliance Program Governance, as applicable), EAR (Export Administration Regulations), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements.
Ensure employees understand and properly apply export control and controlled information requirements.
Develop business procedures supporting secure handling of regulated information throughout manufacturing operations.
Develop and maintain operational standards for facility access controls, physical protection of Controlled Unclassified Information, physical document security, visitor management, media protection and secure storage, employee handling of regulated information, restricted production areas, document retention and destruction, and facility compliance walkthroughs and operational assessments.
Develop and manage the enterprise compliance audit program.
Conduct internal audits supporting CMMC/CPCSP, ITAR, EAR, and other regulatory requirements.
Track audit findings through corrective action and verification of effectiveness.
Coordinate certification readiness assessments.
Develop audit schedules and compliance metrics.
Support external regulatory and customer audits.
Partner with the Quality organization to support ISO 9001 and AS9100 internal audit activities.
Provide regulatory compliance expertise during integrated audits.
Assist in identifying opportunities to align compliance requirements with existing operational processes.
Support audit preparation and corrective action activities related to regulatory compliance.
Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees, supervisors, and leadership.
Translate regulatory language into practical, easy-to-understand training materials.
Develop work instructions, visual standards, job aids, and awareness materials.
Coach site compliance champions and functional leaders.
Promote a culture of compliance through communication and employee engagement.
Ensure compliance training remains current with evolving regulatory requirements.
Communicate compliance status, risks, and readiness to executive leadership.
Develop compliance dashboards and executive reporting.
Coordinate enterprise compliance initiatives across multiple business functions.
Build strong partnerships with Operations, Engineering, Facilities, Trade Compliance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Quality.