Sentinel - Manufacturing Operations Manager 2 - 19505
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager 2 to support the Sentinel program at the Ogden Manufacturing Facility in Ogden, Utah. The role oversees manufacturing and operational aspects of multiple manufacturing, production, and prototyping activities. It is accountable to the Manufacturing Operations Manager 3. The manager is responsible for employee safety and for delivering quality products on time and within customer cost targets while fostering continuous improvement. The role calls for knowledge of manufacturing fundamentals and shop-floor practices, including FOD/FOE control, ESD practices, 5S, tool and property control, material flow, product life-cycle management, cost-center structuring, manufacturing execution systems, product configuration management, traceability, and government approval procedures for sell-off. The manager provides the people, skills, processes, and training needed to achieve program and division goals in manufacturing and production. They manage and present cost, schedule, and performance status for projects in the area, assess issues, and develop mitigation plans to meet productivity, quality, cost, and delivery goals. Relocation assistance may be available. The standard work schedule is 9/80, with nine-hour days Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of relevant professional experience, or a master's degree and at least 6 years of relevant professional experience; 4 years of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in engineering or manufacturing.
- At least 1 year of experience leading manufacturing, production, or manufacturing integration.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain an interim Secret security clearance before starting and a final Secret security clearance after starting.
- Ability to attain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience managing or leading people or projects.
- Experience leading manufacturing, production, or integration and test teams in a production environment.
- A proven track record of developing and implementing strategies for change.
- Ability to communicate effectively with Manufacturing, Program, Engineering, Functional Support Management, and professional staff at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience operating in a dynamic environment with increasing production schedules and high delivery rates.
- Aerospace or ICBM industry experience.
- Prior experience with program start-up.
- Experience working with Systems Applications and Products (SAP).
- Knowledge of Manufacturing Management Plan requirements and transitioning to production.
- Experience interfacing with prime contractor site leads and USAF leadership personnel.
- Demonstrated success leading teams or organizations toward a common goal.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Active DoD Secret clearance and applicable SAP accesses.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage manufacturing and operational aspects of multiple manufacturing, production, and prototyping activities at the Ogden Manufacturing Facility.
- Maintain employee safety and deliver quality products on time and within customer cost targets.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide the people, skills, processes, and training needed to achieve program and division goals in manufacturing and production.
- Manage and present cost, schedule, and performance status for projects within the area.
- Assess issues and develop mitigation plans to meet productivity, quality, cost, and delivery goals.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Educational assistance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions
- Paid time off
- Health and wellness resources
- Employee discounts
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus
- Company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
