Director of Manufacturing Operations I

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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.Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Director of General Manufacturing I who will report directly to the Manufacturing & Infrastructure Sr. Director within the Weapon Systems Division. This leadership role will be responsible for the direction, strategy, planning and execution of Northrop Grumman's Missile Products Operating Unit which includes Manufacturing, Environmental Health & Safety, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Testing Operations, Operations Program Management, Operations Planning & Scheduling, and Inventory and Logistics. This position will be located in Rocket Center, WV.
The selected candidate will set the standards for highly engineered, complex rocket motors and their manufacturing processes, including Lean Manufacturing, Delivery Performance and Talent Management. Responsibilities include fostering and maintaining a safety-focused operating environment of continuous improvement, on-time delivery and unquestionable quality. This position will also be responsible for ensuring facility compliance to federal, state and local mandates with respect to environmental regulations, employee safety and labor law and will foster an environment that promotes teamwork and cohesive action.
This position develops, communicates and implements vision, strategy, goals and metrics that align with and drive business objectives for safety, quality, cost, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement in alignment with the broader organization. The individual will utilize effective talent management strategies to attract, retain, develop and engage the right people for the operations organization. He/She will be responsible for establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with work teams, customers, program management, and their support organizations.
Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all manufacturing, EH&S, standards to ensure they meet production, quality, and cost-efficiency goals.

Develops strategies and leads the implementation of lean manufacturing principles to ensure visual management, standard work, 5S, and layout flow and linkage create safe and efficient operations.

Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to improve product quality, production timelines, and overall operational effectiveness.

Ensure strict adherence to industry, state and federal regulations for all manufacturing activities.

Close coordination with the Facilities teams to ensure all infrastructure plans support organizational growth.

Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, of all manufacturing processes and shop floor locations.

Collaborate with executive leadership to develop strategic plans that align manufacturing, facilities, infrastructure, and EHS initiatives with business goals.

Monitor and report on key performance indicators across all areas, driving continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving opportunities.