First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers, Senior (Operations, Team Lead)

The MIL Corporation; Maryland; On-site; USD 98,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, disability benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The MIL Corporation is hiring a Senior First-Line Supervisor of Production and Operating Workers for the Webster Outlying Field site in St. Inigoes, MD.

You will direct on-site production activities, serve as the primary interface with Government sponsors, and manage end-to-end production lifecycles from planning to delivery. You will oversee multiple disciplines including machining, welding, fabrication, and logistics while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in manufacturing, production, or related environments.
• 5+ years in production facility management.
• Experience coordinating schedules, manpower, equipment, and logistics.
• Lead interface with Government customers and senior leadership.
• Read and execute technical documentation and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Serve as site lead for Industrial and Production Operations.
• Direct and coordinate daily activities of production workers and support personnel.
• Interface with Government customers, program leadership, and on-site teams.
• Develop and control production schedules, resource plans, and workload forecasts.
• Oversee machining, welding, fabrication, and related operations.
• Coordinate procurement, inventory control, logistics, and HAZMAT activities.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure material availability and manage staffing and equipment needs.
• Enforce safety, quality, security and contractual requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and teach best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Scheduling

Inventory management

Cross-functional liaison

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical/business

Job description

First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers, Senior (Operations, Team Lead) Position Location St. Inigoes, MD

BA/BS or HS/GED and Equivalent Work Experience

Required

Summary

The MIL Corporation is seeking a First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers, Senior (Operations, Team Lead) to serve as a site lead for Industrial and Production Operations in support of Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Webster Outlying Field (WOLF), St. Inigoes, Maryland. The successful candidate will direct, integrate, and coordinate all on-site production activities while serving as a primary interface between Government sponsors, senior management, and the production workforce.

This position is responsible for the complete lifecycle of production operations, including work acceptance, planning, scheduling, resource allocation, execution, and final delivery. The First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers, Senior will oversee multi-disciplinary production functions including machining, welding, fabrication, composite repair, logistics, procurement, inventory control, and HAZMAT management while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, security, and contractual requirements.

This position currently requires an onsite schedule and is eligible for Compressed Work Schedule (CWS). Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a site lead for Industrial and Production Operations.
• Direct and coordinate daily activities of production workers, fabricators, technicians, and support personnel.
• Act as an interface between Government customers, program leadership, and on-site production teams.
• Manage incoming work requirements and establish priorities to support mission objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and control production schedules, resource plans, and workload forecasts.
• Allocate personnel, equipment, facilities, and materials to ensure efficient execution of production requirements.
• Oversee machining, welding, fabrication, composite repair, and other production operations.
• Coordinate procurement, inventory control, logistics, and HAZMAT activities in support of production requirements.
• Monitor production performance, identify schedule risks, and implement corrective actions to prevent delays.
• Ensure material availability and coordinate closely with procurement and logistics personnel to mitigate shortages.
• Review work requirements and verify resources are available to meet contractual and operational commitments.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, logistics, and management personnel to resolve production issues and improve operational effectiveness.
• Enforce compliance with all applicable DoD security, safety, environmental, quality, and operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate production records, status reports, resource utilization data, and performance metrics.
• Provide recommendations regarding staffing, equipment, facilities, scheduling, and process improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, quality, and mission support performance.

Travel

Up to 10% travel may be required in support of customer meetings, program reviews, training, and operational requirements.

Local travel between customer locations and support facilities may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in manufacturing, production, industrial operations, or related environments
• At least 5 years of experience in production facility management
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary production operations and personnel
• Experience coordinating production schedules, manpower, equipment, materials, and logistics resources
• Experience serving as a lead interface with Government customers, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation
• Ability to identify and resolve production, staffing, material, and schedule constraints
• Experience implementing and enforcing safety, quality, and compliance standards in a production environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute technical documentation, work packages, production schedules, and operational requirements
• Ability to work onsite in a secure production environment and support mission requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting NAWCAD, NAVAIR, or other Department of Defense production and sustainment activities
• Experience managing depot-level maintenance, repair, fabrication, manufacturing, or prototype development operations
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Process Improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience with Government contracting environments and performance-based support contracts
• Familiarity with HAZMAT management, inventory control systems, and industrial logistics processes
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in high-tempo operational environments
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent management certification
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, weapons systems, or defense-related production programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering, technical, or business discipline.

Qualifying education and experience substitutions may be considered in accordance with contract requirements:

• Associate's degree in Engineering, Technical, Business, or a related discipline plus two (2) additional years of relevant experience.
• High School Diploma or GED plus six (6) additional years of relevant experience.

Clearance

All applicants for this position must currently possess a Secret clearance; please note that the clearance process takes into account financial background aspects.

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance. Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

For this position, the projected compensation range is $98,176.00 - $118,560.00 per year. This estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one part of MIL's complete compensation package. Final salary for this position is determined based on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations. Learn more on the MIL Careers page.

Why MIL?

The MIL Corporation (MIL) is a dynamic workforce of industry professionals who deliver world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and information technology – and we are looking for candidates like you! MIL offers opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers, from early-career candidates to experienced industry professionals. We are known for a collaborative, people-first culture where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. This commitment to our people and our work is reflected in the industry and workplace awards MIL has received over the years.

• 2017 - 2025 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)
• 2018 - 2025 Certified Great Workplace, Great Place to Work®
  • 2021 - 2025, Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™
  • 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™