Manager General Manufacturing 2

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 116,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Education assistance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a General Manufacturing Manager 2 for Linthicum, MD. You will supervise 20–25 represented employees in a PRFC cell, drive efficiency, manage budgets, and lead process improvements to improve affordability, quality, and schedule.

A bachelor’s degree with 8+ years or a master’s with 6+ years in related fields is required, plus active clearance. You will collaborate across disciplines, manage SAP/MES transactions, and mentor employees to reach their highest

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in project/program management, manufacturing, or related field; Master’s with 6+ years acceptable.
• May consider 12+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience leading people across large organizations.
• Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership and/or process improvement.
• Ability to liaison across disciplines to solve complex problems.
• Strong problem solving and creative solution skills.
• Experience with data analysis and execution of continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production and on-time delivery.
• Lead and develop manufacturing teams, including hiring, training, performance management, and succession planning.
• Drive productivity and efficiency; implement process improvements to reduce costs and improve quality and schedule.
• Oversee SAP/MES transactions and ensure accurate data across operator and M&P activities.
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines to resolve issues and mitigate risks.

Skills

Project leadership

Manufacturing leadership

Process improvement

Cost management

Schedule management

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP/MES

PMP certification

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SAPTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a 3rd Shift General Manufacturing Manager 2 based out of Linthicum, MD.You will be responsible for the direct supervision of approximately 20-25 represented (union) employees and processes in a Manufacturing environment for PRFC Cell . You will work independently across organizations; manage the use of consumables to achieve budget targets; assign and manage represented EMS Operators to maximize efficiency and achieve target productive yields; implement our process improvements to improve affordability, quality, and schedule; and perform required SAP/MES transactions to manage Operator and/or M&P Specialist.What You’ll Get to Do:Provide directions to employees utilizing management guidelines and general policies.Plan, direct, and oversee manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production, on-time delivery, and adherence to budgeted costs.Manage and provide leadership to manufacturing teams, including hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.Drive employee efficiency.Manage the area to produce quality products.Engage employees to achieve their highest potential.Implement process improvements to improve affordability, quality, and schedule.Perform required SAP/MES transactions.Basic Qualifications for General Manufacturing Manager 2:A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in Project/Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline; Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of work experience in Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline; a minimum of 12 years of experience in Project Management, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or other related discipline may be considered in lieu of degreeExperience leading people across large organizationsExperience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvementExperience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problemsExperience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demandsExperience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunitiesCurrent, active U.S. Government Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP).U.S. citizenship is required.Preferred Qualifications for General Manufacturing Manager 2:Project Management Professional (PMP) certificationExpertise in earned value management, proposal preparation, and/or integrated master schedule (IMS) developmentExperience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)Manufacturing experience of defense related electronicsContinuous improvement techniques – Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN, Red X, etc.Proposal creation and labor estimatingTechnical project managementRoot Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) Investigation type activitiesExperience as a Functional ManagerExperience with data mining/manipulation & presentationExpertise in executive leadership (Director or VP level) communication and engagementWhat We Can Offer You:Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more #MFGCMPPrimary Level Salary Range: $115,600.00 - $173,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.