Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Supv - L3

Lockheed Martin; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Transportation and Chemical Management Supervisor in Palmdale to oversee crane and forklift operators, chemical attendants, and drivers. You will coordinate daily logistics, enforce safety and environmental policies, allocate resources, and resolve production-impacting issues.

Authority to train staff and interface with Labor Relations and HR supports workforce engagement. You will engage with cross-functional teams to enhance transport processes and ensure mission

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining compliance documentation and incident/audit prep.
• Secret clearance required.
• At least 2 years of proven leadership or supervisory experience in logistics, material handling, or transportation.
• Proficient with email and MS Office; basic data-entry or reporting tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interact with operators, drivers, and senior management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee crane operators, forklift operators, chemical attendants, and drivers to ensure safe material movement and timely production support.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily transportation and logistics operations across departments.
• Provide training on equipment use and chemical handling procedures; enforce safety and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply-chain teams to improve transportation processes and support mission readiness.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Regulatory knowledge

Secret clearance

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Standard Job Description

The Palmdale Transportation and Chemical Management Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all crane operators, forklift operators, chemical‑replenishment attendants, and commercial highway truck drivers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely movement of aircraft parts, tooling, and materials throughout the manufacturing support chain. This role plans, coordinates, and monitors daily logistics operations, enforces compliance with safety and environmental regulations, manages resource allocation, and resolves operational issues that could impact production flow. The supervisor also conducts performance evaluations, provides training on equipment and chemical handling procedures, and collaborates with engineering, production, and supply‑chain teams to continuously improve transportation processes and support overall mission readiness. Addionally, you may attend status meetings advising management of the status of work in progress, and material availability. You must have the ability to resolve issues that may arise in the manufacturing process by interfacing with all supporting organization and be flexible, open minded and capable of managing multiple tasks. This role also provides you with the ability to collaborate with Labor Relations and Human Resources to enhance employee engagement.

What’s In It For You

• 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.

https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/careers/locations/palmdale-california.html

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with maintaining compliance documentation, incident reporting, and regulatory audit preparation.
• Secret clearance.
• Minimum2years of proven leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a logistics, material handling, or transportation setting.
• Proficient computer skills: comfortable using email, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic data‑entry or reporting tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with operators, drivers, cross‑functional teams, and senior management.

Desired Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, especially Hours‑of‑Service (HoS) rules and driver‑qualification requirements.
• Familiarity with California‑specific chemical storage regulations, Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) standards, and state air‑quality reporting obligations.
• Proficiency in proper material‑handling techniques for forklifts, including load‑capacity calculations, stability controls, and routine safety inspections.
• Understanding of NCCCO (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) principles, certification standards, and applicable crane‑operation regulations.
• Ability to develop, implement, and audit safety programs for hazardous‑material handling, spill response, and emergency‑evacuation procedures.
• Knowledge of ISO14001 environmental management system requirements and experience conducting or supporting internal/external ISO14001 audits.
• Experience with maintaining compliance documentation, incident reporting, and regulatory audit preparation.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.