General Manufacturing Manager 1
At 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. 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 Defense Systems is seeking a General Manufacturing Manager 1. This position is located in Ogden, UT and supports the SDS Division. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You'll Get To Do :
- Direct and coordinate the activities to plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules, in conjunction with Material Requirements Planning, to meet production / delivery requirements
 - Oversees the status of work in process, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that equipment, materials, and services are available, as needed
 - Assigns and manage staff to maximize efficiency and achieve schedule and target productive yields
 - Performs required SAP / CATS / Workday transactions to manage personnel, planning and financials
 - Develops, maintains and statuses operation metrics on a weekly basis to support program and business reviews
 - Provides specific direction and training, as required
 - Ensures 5S practices within cell areas
 - Utilizes both internal and external resources, and coordinates cell and functional activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, inventory control, transportation, etc.
 
Position Benefits :
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work / Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsYou'll Bring These Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience, or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degreeMust have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needMust have 2 years of professional experience in a Manufacturing, Production or Engineering environment2 years of experience managing projects simultaneouslyExperience managing or leading people and / or teams in an engineering or manufacturing environment and proven ability to status senior leadershipExperience managing in a 5S and FOD / FOE environmentExcellent verbal and written communications skillsPrior experience working with ESD, Large Hardware, LRUs, Cables in a production facilityThese Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have :
2 years of experience in formal leadershipA proven track record of developing and implementing strategies for changeDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of Manufacturing, Program, Engineering, Functional Support Management, and ProfessionalsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Prior experience operating in a dynamic environment of increasing production schedules and high delivery ratesAerospace / ICBM Industry ExperiencePrior experience in program start-upExperience working with Systems Applications and Products (SAP)Knowledge of Manufacturing Management Plan requirements and transitioning to productionPrior experience interfacing with prime contractor site leads and USAF leadership personnelDemonstrated success leading teams / and or organizations to achieve a common goalAbility to effectively work within a team environment