Production Manager

SAIC; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Bedford, IN seeks a Production Manager to oversee all production operations for the program. You will lead day-to-day production, inspection and acceptance activities, and report status in meetings with customers.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and detail-oriented leader with a proven track record in production management and customer engagement, familiar with DoD contracts and government contracting basics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and ten or more years of related experience; master's degree and eight or more years.
• Experience with inspection and acceptance processes.
• Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage schedules, resources, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in production management tools and reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all production activities.
• Ensure production schedules are developed, maintained, and executed on time and within budget.
• Monitor workflow, resource allocation, and production efficiency.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks or issues in a timely manner.
• Lead and coordinate all inspection and acceptance activities.
• Ensure all products/deliverables meet required quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Logistics, and Program Management.
• Provide regular internal reporting to senior leadership on production metrics, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and present production status reports, dashboards, and briefings.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Production management

Customer engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Production management tools

Reporting software

Job description

Description

SAIC is seek a Production Manager to join our team in Bedford, IN.

The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all production operations at the Bedford facility for this entire program. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day production management, lead inspection and acceptance activities, and actively participate in customer meetings to provide accurate and timely updates on production status. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, detail-oriented leader with a proven track record in production management and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all production activities


• Ensure production schedules are developed, maintained, and executed on time and within budget


• Monitor workflow, resource allocation, and production efficiency


• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks or issues in a timely manner


• Lead and coordinate all inspection and acceptance activities


• Ensure all products/deliverables meet required quality standards and contractual requirements


• Work closely with the Quality team to maintain compliance and resolve non-conformances


• Participate in customer meetings, representing the production team


• Provide clear, accurate, and timely reports on all aspects of production status


• Prepare and present production status reports, dashboards, and briefings as required


• Lead, mentor, and develop the production team in close coordination with the Production Manager at the Bedford, IN production facility


• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement


• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Engineering, Logistics, and Program Management


• Maintain accurate production records and documentation


• Provide regular internal reporting to senior leadership on production metrics, risks, and opportunities

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree and ten (10) years or more of related experience; master's degree and eight (8) years or more experience;


• Demonstrated experience with inspection and acceptance processes


• Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills


• Proven ability to manage schedules, resources, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment


• Proficiency in production management tools and reporting software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the DoD industry and Government contracting mechanisms and a basic understanding of contract types Cost-Reimbursable and Firm Fixed Price


• Familiarity with government or commercial contract requirements


• PMP or similar project/operations management certification


• Prior experience working in a production environment with formal inspection/acceptance requirements


• Experience interfacing directly with customers in a production or program environment

Clearance:

• Active Secret clearance

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.