2nd Shift Production Associate Manager - Chelmsford, MA

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Chelmsford, MA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Production Associate Manager for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. Chelmsford Operations is home to some of the most advanced microelectronics manufacturing in Lockheed Martin. We build technology that keeps service members safe and enables mission success across the globe. We're a team that cares about excellence, ownership, each other and we're looking for a Production Associate Manager who shares that mindset. As the Production Associate Manager, you will lead our 2nd shift Assembly & Test operations, where production momentum, problem solving, and real-time decision making happen. You'll be the senior leadership presence during the shift, ensuring your teams are supported, empowered, and set up for success. 2nd shift is where momentum is maintained and production is executed. Your leadership ensures: Teams feel supported, motivated, and valued. Work flows smoothly across shifts. Issues get solved early. The factory's performance doesn't rest on one shift alone. You'll have real influence here that is visible, immediate, and meaningful. This is a place where leaders grow. Where hard work means something. Where your presence has impact. At Chelmsford, you'll build teams, build capability, and build a legacy. If you're energized by leading people and driven by meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Experience leading leaders and/or large operational teams.
Background in manufacturing.
Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma and MRP systems.
Strong communicator able to translate direction into action.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience in a multi-shift or fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience with Apriso, CAM, or similar manufacturing systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and resolve issues at the appropriate level.
Experience improving workforce capability through structured training and development frameworks.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of 2nd shift manufacturing supervisors and their Assembly & Test technicians.
Own daily production execution to meet schedule, cost, and quality goals.
Set the tone each evening: create clarity, alignment, and focus to ensure the shift launches strong and ends strong.
Ensure your teams have the right staffing, training, resources, and escalation support.
Partner closely with your peer Production Manager and day-shift leadership to drive continuity, handoffs, and cultural alignment.
Champion continuous improvement to enhance flow, reduce defects, and strengthen performance.
Promote a positive, collaborative culture where people feel supported, valued, and proud of their work.