The Operations Team Supervisor (OTS) is responsible for direct supervision of manufacturing activities for the Tactical Space System’s Propulsion Work Center in Dulles, VA. This position is to support the second shift. The work center is a professional atmosphere in an environment where daily work attire always includes ESD lab coat and latex gloves. It also requires a commitment to working in a Class 7 (10K) cleanroom environment. Accountable for safety, quality, on the job training, productivity, and hardware delivery schedules. This position reports to the Work Center Manufacturing Operations Manager and has no direct reports.
As a frontline leader, this position works side-by-side with a team of production technicians maintaining a presence on the production floor to influence safe operations and drives adherence to all safety rules, regulations, and standards. Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of problems and issues.
The OTS communicates expectations clearly and initiates necessary actions proactively to ensure that organizational goals and business objectives are accomplished while ensuring company policy directives and operating procedures are being followed.
Specific Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Perform operations to build, rework, and repair all products in accordance with required specifications and the Work Instructions pertaining to specific builds written by the work center manufacturing engineer (WCME).Coordinate work with the Work Center Planner and Manufacturing Manager on daily/weekly assignmentsWork closely with the WCME’s to establish workflow and assign new tasks and set priorities. Elevates program build issues to WCME.Delegates program work to Propulsion technicians and moves products to next operations as required. Takes program status daily and elevates any roadblocks to PWC management. Updates program status tools on a daily basis (Synchrono, Tracker, etc.)Assist Production Planner in inventory tracking and raw material usageLead tool control, 5S, and FOD requirements in the work centerSupports maintenance schedules and ordering of tooling for the work centerLead SQDEC; facilitate daily concerns and escalate to Work Center Management as neededOversee the training and mentoring of new technicians, along with cross training existing technicians to promote a wide variation of WC capabilities. Support process improvement and corrective action plansMaintaining a safe work environment by taking corrective action on any unsafe act or conditions. Ensure employees know emergency procedures to include evacuation routes and gathering pointsResponsible for establishing safe procedures and providing the protective equipment needed in handling chemicalsEnsuring that personnel in the Work Center are aware of all hazards (e.g., physical, materials, etc.) in the work centerBasic Qualifications:
Capable and experienced in working in a broad-based manufacturing environment.Must work well in a team environment.Must possess good problem-solving skills, organizational skills, communication skills, and work with limited supervision.Must be a self-starter, must be self-motivated, and a team playerMust have the ability to focus and have a strong attention to detail.A minimum of a High School diploma/GED and a minimum of 6 years of job-related and lead experience is requiredMust be willing to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Government clearanceAbility to work with Microsoft Office products and process documentationPreferred Qualifications:
Aerospace Industry manufacturing experienceExperience leading a team of techniciansExperience with TipQA, Costpoint, Windchill, MES, CreoView, SynchronoA strong understanding of Propulsion mechanical & thermal assembly & installation processes across multiple vehicle platformsFamiliarization with ESD, FOD, 5S, and Tool ControlPrimary Level Salary Range: $76,800.00 - $125,000.00The 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.