Production Controller 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's 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, they're making history.

Mission Systems San Diego is seeking a Production Controller who will support production control by maintaining schedules for material requirements and availability for the manufacture of industrial and commercial products. This role compiles records concerning quantity and type of material received, shipped, in stock/inventory, and in production, and expedites the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments in accordance with production and shipping schedules.

The Production Controller helps identify potential and actual material shortages and initiates actions to correct these deficiencies. Using knowledge of production and procurement, this role alerts appropriate stakeholders to potential problems and recommends remedial actions.

This position is on-site daily on a 9/80 schedule.

The ideal candidate will be willing to work 1st shift with flexibility to work at either Spectrum Center or Rancho Carmel, depending on business needs.

What you get to do:

• Track inventory levels and monitor inventory in WIP, On-Hold, MRB, and In-Inspection locations.
• Work with Material Planning to ensure materials are ordered in time to support Scheduling and Operations needs.
• Partner closely with shop floor supervisors to optimize WIP flow.
• Issues material through SAP/S4 Hana & EWI systems.
• Process Parts Replacement Requisitions through SAP/S4 Hana & EWI systems.
• Perform higher-level work order releases through SAP/S4 Hana & EWI systems.
• Handle scrap material and ensure proper disposition.
• Deliver hardware to the next operation/step in the process.
• Perform problem solving and research related to material and product flow.
• Receive Sustainment Modules and move them into WIP for repairs.
• Ability to spend approximately 80% of time on the shop floor coordinating and controlling product flow and 20% of time updating systems to ensure accurate records.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous and repetitive physical work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying, lifting up to 35 pounds, and working overhead.
• Be a strong team player with effective communication skills.
• Proven ability to multi‑task and prioritize work.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of additional education and/or related experience.
• Experience in material expediting or production/material control.
• Ability to utilize SAP/S4HANA and EWI (Solumina) systems to track parts through production, meet customer demand, and set priorities for Work In Process (WIP).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Ability to obtain SAP access.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in material expediting in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with SAP/S4HANA and EWI (Solumina).

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $43,000.00 - $72,300.00

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 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.