Production Planning & Control Manager

Lockheed Martin•Archbald, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be a Production Planning & Control Manager at our Archbald, PA facility, supporting the Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) team. Our team is responsible for delivering products that play a critical role in national security, and we are looking for a talented leader to join our team and contribute to our mission. As a Production Planning & Control Manager, you will report to site senior leadership as a member of the Operations Team. You will be responsible for production control, warehouse and demand planning for the site operations. Your team consists of over 30 individuals, both exempt and non-exempt working across the warehouse, electrical assembly and fabrication operations. You will be coordinating with multiple program teams for the effective release and execution of production orders to support demand. In addition, you will also be coordinating with functional leaders on the local operations team as well as within the corporate Planning, Production Control function to meet evolving business process and growing demand. At Lockheed Martin, we offer a unique opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects that make a real impact on national security. As the site's Production Planning & Control Manager, you will have an opportunity to reshape operational strategy for the PP&C organization as they execute on support work for contracts, lead a high performing group of leaders and individual contributors approximately 30 strong, and be part of a team that values innovation, technical expertise, and collaboration. If you're a motivated and experienced leader looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply. Our Archbald, PA facility is located in a beautiful region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, with easy access to New York City and Philadelphia, and a range of cultural and educational opportunities. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here . Further Information About This Opportunity This position is located in Archbald. Discover more about our Archbald, Pennsylvania location. 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 clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 8 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment
Experience with Production/Production Control Processes and Procedures
Inventory Management Experience, with the ability to optimize storage and production floor placement (driven by SAP) and a focus on innovation and process improvement
Significant Experience with SAP (or equivalent MRP/ERP), including expertise in data analysis and optimization, with the ability to understand data sources and drive success in production operations
Experience reporting cost, schedule, and technical data/results to various levels of leadership, internal and external
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship

Nice To Haves

Previous experience utilizing Apriso
Experience with Microsoft Office tools
Knowledgeable on data analytics/tools
Strong background in all processes of Business Operations
Candidate willing and able to engage on routine and unique problems/issues to help develop solutions
Risk identification and management experience
Green Belt Certification
Previous Leadership experience for both Salaried and Exempt employees
Talent development and mentoring/coaching
We're seeking a skilled Full Spectrum Leader, with the ability to: o Energize the Team to create a positive and engaging work environment where teammates can excel, and a culture that builds trust o Deliver Results through timely and sound business decisions that consider best interests of stakeholders o Shape the Future through setting team vision and direction while passionately articulating the steps and changes necessary to make it happen o Build Effective Relationships and communicating messages that motivate and inspire action

Responsibilities

Leading a team of production planners and material via an experienced team of first line leaders.
Evaluating and improving business processes, methods, and practices for production operations to meet the evolving demands of the site.
Leveraging SAP expertise to transform production data into actionable insights that inform decision-making, drive continuous improvement, and optimize production performance.
Communicating effectively with all levels of management, including cross-functional teams and stakeholders, to present team performance and influence business outcomes in program, customer and operations leadership reviews.
Executing for the overall contracted strategy and formulating plans for mitigating risks, ensuring proactive ownership and accountability for team performance.
Planning, organizing, developing, and integrating program-level efforts and implementing processes, methods, and practices for business operations, driving innovation and optimization.