Production Manager - Chelmsford, MA

Description: Lockheed Martin's Chelmsford Operations facility is a leading hub for innovation in microelectronics, supporting critical aerospace and defense programs. Located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our team is dedicated to producing advanced technology solutions that safeguard national security and advance the industry. What You Will Be Doing We are seeking to hire a Production Manager at our site in Chelmsford MA. In this role, you will be responsible for day-to-day assembly & test operations across a portion of the microelectronics product teams in Chelmsford, MA. You will manage the manufacturing supervisors and a non-represented workforce of assembly & test technicians. You will be responsible for leading the team in support of meeting customer deliveries on-time, within operational goals, and without defect. The expectation is to drive change in our microelectronics shop to promote future competitiveness and to ensure a healthy and successful culture is maintained. You will be accountable for meeting production goals in support of all the programs and ensuring that our workforce has an advocate to remove obstacles along with promoting a positive culture that yields increased employee morale. You will need to have a background in electronics manufacturing, and hybrid chip/wire experience is preferred, along with printed wiring board, circuit card assembly, and general assembly. Other desired traits include: knowledge of quality processes, manpower management, budget management, and lean principles. Multifunctional collaboration is essential as this role will be partnered with another production manager at the site. The Locale: Chelmsford is a charming suburb of Boston, located about 25 miles northwest of the city and near historic Lowell and Nashua, NH. It's close to New Hampshire's White Mountains and ski areas to the north, while the scenic coastal towns of MA and NH are about an hour east. This colonial region features New England charm, great schools, shopping, and dining. From Chelmsford, Cape Cod is about 90 minutes away, New York City is 4.5 hours, and major ski resorts in New Hampshire and Vermont are 2 to 3 hours north. Chelmsford also offers better access to more affordable living options in Northeastern and North Central Massachusetts, as well as Southern New Hampshire. Discover Chelmsford ​ Why Join Us Joining our team means becoming a vital part of a mission that safeguards those who serve and protect our national security. You'll be working within a diverse team environment, with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that make a real difference. If you're passionate about collaborating and contributing to a cause that has a true impact on global security, this is the place 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. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking. Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others, and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret level clearance prior to start. Basic Qualifications: • Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education • Prior experience in a role leading leaders • Prior experience as a supervisor • Prior experience as a production lead • Experience effectively communicating with internal and external customers • Knowledge of hybrid microelectronics, PWB, and CCA manufacturing processes • Demonstrated knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma / Flow • Demonstrated experience working with MRP systems • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to resolve conflicting priorities with complex resource constraints • Proven ability to receive guidance from senior leadership, interpret it, and flow down to the team in a digestible manner • Requires ability to obtain/maintain Secret level clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Desired Skills: • Proven ability to work through problems quickly and effectively; establish level of engagement required and define the timeline to resolution • Apriso Experience • Experience with managing cross-functional relationships to achieve goals • CAM Experience • Knowledge of electrical quality control processes • Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Self-Starter Personality; Ability to multitask Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Manufacturing Type: Full-Time Shift: First