Production Control Manager

CGI•Aberdeen, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CGI Federal is seeking a Production Control Manager to oversee the daily planning, scheduling, and execution of production activities supporting a Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program for the US Army. This role ensures production lines run safely, efficiently, and in alignment with engineering requirements, customer expectations, and mission deadlines. The Production Control Manager is responsible for supervising production staff, coordinating equipment maintenance, reviewing engineering process changes, and optimizing operational resources. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that production operations meet quality, schedule, cost, and safety objectives within a dynamic manufacturing and repair environment. This position is located in Aberdeen, MD.

Requirements

AA/AS degree from an accredited college or technical school in Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field
6+ years of experience working in a repair, manufacturing, or production plant
At least 2 years of experience in a production supervisory or team-lead role
Experience coordinating production schedules, resources, or manufacturing operations
Understanding of production planning, workflow control, and resource coordination
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, equipment maintenance, and shop operations
Ability to interpret engineering documentation and apply process changes effectively
Knowledge of safety standards, quality systems, and operational compliance requirements
Ability to lead, train, and mentor production teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills for coordinating with engineering, maintenance, and program leadership
Effective decision-making under schedule constraints and operational priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting defense manufacturing, prototype builds, or repair depot operations
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies
Experience with production control or manufacturing systems (ERP, MRP, MES)
Understanding of maintenance tracking systems or digital work-instruction platforms
Lean Six Sigma (Yellow/Green Belt)
APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CLTD)
Strong analytical skills for reviewing metrics, performance trends, or resource efficiency
Experience developing SOPs, work instructions, or safety documentation
Ability to support change management during process or equipment transitions

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day production schedules, plant activities, and workflow execution
Manage production planning to meet program deadlines, operational goals, and customer requirements
Monitor production status and proactively address delays, bottlenecks, or resource constraints
Review engineering-recommended process changes and assess alignment with production goals
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with technical standards, customer specifications, and quality requirements
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve process issues or implement improvements
Coordinate preventive maintenance and repair of machines and production equipment
Minimize downtime through planned maintenance and timely response to equipment issues
Ensure all machinery and tools meet safety standards and operational requirements
Ensure production processes adhere to professional, safety, and regulatory standards
Participate in development and implementation of plant safety programs
Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
Monitor production budgets, material usage, and operational resource allocation
Recommend cost-saving measures, efficiency improvements, or process optimizations
Track labor hours, equipment utilization, and production KPIs
Supervise, train, and develop production staff across shifts or teams
Assign tasks, evaluate performance, and implement corrective actions when needed
Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Identify opportunities to streamline production workflows
Implement best practices in production control, lean principles, and operational efficiency
Support integration of new equipment, processes