Production Control Analyst - Level 1

Lockheed Martin•Greenville, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Control Associate, you'll play a critical role in supporting high impact manufacturing operations at Lockheed Martin's Greenville, SC site. This is an excellent opportunity for early career professionals who want hands on exposure to complex production systems, cross functional leadership, and real time decision making in a fast paced aerospace environment. You'll work closely with experienced production leaders, engineers, and operations teams to help ensure daily build and quality objectives are met. In this role, you'll gain practical experience in production, production planning, enterprise requirements planning, supply chain logistics, material flow, data analysis, and problem solving, while developing a strong understanding of how large scale manufacturing organizations operate. What You Will Be Doing Support daily production execution by monitoring work readiness, material availability, and schedule alignment Track and drive resolution of material shortages, constraints, and priority issues impacting production flow Assist with planning activities, including requests for changes, kit readiness, and short-range scheduling Analyze production and material data to generate metrics that support leadership decision making Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and quality teams Learn and apply lean, continuous improvement, and operational excellence principles What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend! From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. What You'll Gain Exposure to aerospace manufacturing programs Mentorship from senior production and operations leaders Development of analytical, communication, and leadership skills early in your career Experience working in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment A strong foundation for future growth into roles of production, project management, and supply chain If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and excited to contribute to mission-critical production efforts while building a strong career foundation, we encourage you to apply and grow with us. Greenville, SC This position is in Greenville, SC Discover Greenville. Basic Qualifications Bachelors Degree or 2 years relevant experience in production control, manufacturing operations, supply chain, logistics, or material management Ability to analyze operational data and communicate insights, including experience with spreadsheets (Excel or equivalent), basic reporting, or data tracking Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cross functionally with multiple teams. Desired skills Experience or coursework exposure to ERP or MRP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or similar tools) Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups) Yellow or Greenbelt in Lean Six Sigma Demonstrated ability to identify constraints, assess tradeoffs, and recommend solutions Written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information to both technical and non-technical audiences Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to take ownership of problems through resolution Basic understanding of manufacturing or production environments, including scheduling, material flow, work-in-process, or shop floor operations Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, deadline driven environment Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Other Important Information By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to work remotely Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedule Information Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $49,700 - $87,515. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $57,100 - $99,015. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree or 2 years relevant experience in production control, manufacturing operations, supply chain, logistics, or material management
Ability to analyze operational data and communicate insights, including experience with spreadsheets (Excel or equivalent), basic reporting, or data tracking
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cross functionally with multiple teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience or coursework exposure to ERP or MRP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or similar tools)
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
Yellow or Greenbelt in Lean Six Sigma
Demonstrated ability to identify constraints, assess tradeoffs, and recommend solutions
Written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to take ownership of problems through resolution
Basic understanding of manufacturing or production environments, including scheduling, material flow, work-in-process, or shop floor operations
Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Responsibilities

Support daily production execution by monitoring work readiness, material availability, and schedule alignment
Track and drive resolution of material shortages, constraints, and priority issues impacting production flow
Assist with planning activities, including requests for changes, kit readiness, and short-range scheduling
Analyze production and material data to generate metrics that support leadership decision making
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and quality teams
Learn and apply lean, continuous improvement, and operational excellence principles