Production Control Manager

Leidos•Lynnwood, WA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Undersea Systems Division (USD) of Leidos develops, integrates, and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging maritime missions for a range of customers across the Department of War (DoW). Our Lynnwood, WA facility is expanding its operations based on significant business growth and is seeking new talent to join our world-class production team. If you are an experienced production control and planning professional with knowledge, skill, and experience leading teams and working with Deltek Costpoint Material Requirement Planning (MRP) or a similar MRP system we would like to hear from you. Work to support cutting-edge subsea technologies that few get to experience firsthand. Collaborate with world-class scientists, engineers, and innovators. Perform on programs that support the wide variety of high-profile customers. Be part of a culture that values innovation, technical excellence, and mission impact.

Requirements

Practical knowledge of Deltek Costpoint MRP or similar system.
Background in lean and batch manufacturing practices and environments.
Ability to work in a full product lifecycle environment from product development through production transition and beyond.
Product development and production planning background with complex electro-mechanical systems.
Ability to work productively, collaboratively, and independently.
Must work on-site in Lynnwood, not a remote work position.
Current Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
US Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience managing multiple direct reports including remote and hybrid employees.
BA degree and 6-10 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.
Background in Department of War (DoD) business.
Experience with PLM/ERP/MES enterprise software.

Responsibilities

Leading the Production Control and Planning Team in support of multiple complex contracts, production efforts, and Research and Development Programs.
Coordinating directly with engineering, configuration management and procurement to ensure accurate, timely scheduling of material and work order flow to meet customer delivery requirements.
Working directly with quality control, inventory management, manufacturing engineering and material planners to ensure a harmonious and synchronized operational flow.
Establishing standard work procedures consistent with standard manufacturing methodologies.
Developing your team and assisting them in effective production planning and control.
Innovating with the team to solve production control challenges and improve process.
Using the Manufacturing Requirements Planning tool to drive purchasing, orchestrate kitting, and push Work Orders to the production floor.
Gathering and delivering necessary documentation to inform procurement to expedite purchasing.
Resolving impediments to achieving aggressive delivery constraints.
Managing the Project Assistant Group.
Reviewing purchase card packages and supporting procurement issues from the group.