Manager Production 1

Requisition ID: R10173065

Category: Manufacturing and Production

Location: Rocket Center, West Virginia, United States of America

Clearance Type: Secret

Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Travel Required: No

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is currently seeking an Manager Production 1 to support our growing business in our Rocket Center, West Virginia location.

Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access

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Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Role description & Responsibilities:

Ensures a safe working environment is maintained at all times.

Provides direction and motivates employees guided by established practices and precedents.

Ability to provide and interpret written and verbal instructions

Interprets, executes, and recommends modifications to practices that affect his or her direct reports.

Frequently performs ongoing tasks of the department.

Provides support to engineering staff in the operation and maintenance (routine and non-routine) of manufacturing equipment.

Works directly with maintenance and engineering in running, maintaining, troubleshooting manufacturing equipment.

Reviews results for timeliness, quality, and cost effectiveness to accomplish departmental goals.

Interacts frequently with direct reports and managers concerning operations and scheduling

Schedules work, leads and trains direct reports, and controls processes on a scheduled basis within cost parameters while maintaining positive working relationships.

Administers and complies with the union contract, trains new employees and new processes obtained for the department

Provides sound judgment and ensures overall quality and efficiency of the department

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma with 10 years of demonstrated experience as a lead or a supervisor in a manufacturing setting OR Associates/Bachelors college degree in a technical or management field with 6 years of experience.

• Availability and willingness to work any shift including some weekends as required, this position we are hiring for will be for the off shift.

• Ability to provide sound judgment to ensure overall quality and efficiency of the department.

• Experience using Microsoft Word and MS Office

• Experience with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic equipment

• Eligible to obtain a DoD Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship is a prerequisite

• Flexible with work assignments.

• Proactive safety attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with energetic materials

• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude

• Prior experience working in a union environment

• Experience with Lean manufacturing techniques

This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions

Salary Range: $82,100 – $123,100

The 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.