Director Manufacturing Operations 2 Job at Northrop Grumman in Waynesboro

Requisition ID: R10177463 Category: Manufacturing and Production Location: Waynesboro, Virginia, United States of America | Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America Clearance Type: Secret Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time 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 people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. We are looking for you to join our team as a Director, Manufacturing Operations 2 based out of Waynesboro, VA . What you will get to do: The Manufacturing Operations Director is responsible for establishing and leading all Virginia Manufacturing operations including the construction and launch of the Waynesboro site and the operation of the Charlottesville site. The General Manufacturing Director will lead high-performing manufacturing teams of up to 600 employees responsible for a vast portfolio of products and processes including: wire harness build, assembly, test, machining, painting, sustainment, and product development. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated success leading broad organizations within cost and schedule while achieving a high level of product quality and employee engagement in a safe environment. The position requires a systems thinking approach, unwavering ethics and values, and the demonstrated ability to be a trusted partner. Major Responsibilities: Safety. Number one priority. Operational excellence meeting our customer commitments and protecting our people and products. Lead effective continuous improvement projects based on the principles of applied statistics and lean manufacturing. Develop, communicate and implement vision, strategy, goals, and metrics that drive business objectives. Excellent relationships and accountability to internal customers. Direct building construction and launch activities as they pertain to production operations. Communicate performance up and down the organization. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or related environment Minimum of 8 years strong senior management experience Progressive leadership experience in manufacturing/production, operations, program management, testing, maintenance or related area Experience with industry and management methodologies focused on continuous improvement in manufacturing. US Citizenship is required Ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications: Experience building, equipping, and launching a large manufacturing site Experience in running an organization that has been through a lean transformation Experience with automation operations and maintenance Six Sigma greenbelt/blackbelt Program Management experience Experience with Quality Management and Supplier Quality Management Salary Range: $184,600 - $276,800 Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr