Description:
This entry-level leadership, Site Manager 1 position is within the Bacchus Value Stream Operations Team. This position is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, delivery, employee development and cost objectives are met.
The successful candidate will:
Direct all phases of assigned location program objectives from inception through completion. Responsible for site specific technical statement of work / performance and overall site operations. He/she responsible for all site day to day activities of assigned program site, including employees timesheets, performance evaluations, facility, safety, security and daily production and directs the work of employees assigned from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas. He/she provides leadership, guidance, and career development to all site employees. Ensures adherence to Northrop Grumman and PS Human Resources policies. He/she maintains close coordination with the OA and Site 2 Manager.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years’ experience manufacturing, or
- Master’s Degree and 3 years’ experience in manufacturing
- Candidate must have at 1 - 3 years managing in a manufacturing or related environment.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- Excellent interpersonal/leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to work with and satisfy internal and external customers and suppliers was well as a demonstrated commitment to customer service.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Presentation skills and ability to clearly communicate initiatives plans and expectations. Computer skills to include Word, Excel, Power Point, Pilgrim.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidate should have a demonstrated commitment Northrop Grumman business Code of Ethics, the ability to lead others, build teams, develop employees and create an environment of continuous improvement using Lean Mfg. principles.
- Candidate should have energetic manufacturing experience including knowledge of supporting systems to include; AHOPS, DOD4145.26M, MM&IR, OPCB, BOMIS, Applicable Safety and QA procedures.
- Demonstrated skill and initiative in resolving personnel conflicts and personnel performance problems/issues.
- Demonstrated experience managing a diverse work force including exempt, non-exempt, and Union represented hourly personnel.
- Experience with a Represent Work Force (Union) and the limitations and requirements related to USW contract.
- Experience in quality systems and quality management (AS9100/ISO9001)
- Demonstrated a strong safety and working culture, with All Hands Meetings and consistent floor presence.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of manufacturing experience, or master's degree and 3 years of manufacturing experience
- 1–3 years of management experience in a manufacturing or related environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to work with and satisfy internal and external customers and suppliers
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Presentation skills and ability to clearly communicate initiatives, plans, and expectations
- Computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Pilgrim
- Commitment to Northrop Grumman's Code of Ethics
- Ability to lead others, build teams, develop employees, and create a continuous improvement environment using Lean Manufacturing principles
- Manufacturing experience with AHOPS, DOD4145.26M, MM&IR, OPCB, BOMIS, safety procedures, and quality assurance procedures
- Experience resolving personnel conflicts and performance issues
- Experience managing exempt, non-exempt, and union-represented hourly personnel
- Experience with a union-represented workforce and USW contract requirements
- Experience with quality systems and quality management, including AS9100 or ISO 9001
- Strong safety and working culture demonstrated through all-hands meetings and consistent floor presence
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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