RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

There is currently an opening for a Manager Production-Process Op 1 join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position falls under one of Northrop Grumman's Small Business Units, Sonoma Photonics, Inc. and will be located onsite in Santa Rosa, CA

Roles and Responsibilities: Manager Production-Process primary duty is to manage the day-to-day production activities of multiple teams of production operators for a thin film manufacturer.  This role includes direct supervision, coaching, scheduling /planning and mentoring of a production team to promote a positive and productive work environment. It will require supporting the sharing of direct labor resources within Operations and completing performance reviews for assigned personnel, along with effectively documenting and communicating production issues/status to other shift personnel.

“Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.”

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of work experience as a lead or a supervisor in manufacturing, production, or engineering environment OR High School Diploma and a minimum of 8 years of work experience as a lead or a supervisor in manufacturing, production, or engineering environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer and MS Office skills

Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Fully understand and properly execute emergency procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to plan, schedule and follow up on assigned work progress

General knowledge of thin film coatings or similar processes is desired but not a requirement

Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Ability to cover weekend on call and respond as required for unplanned events

Prior experience managing in Thin Film Coating

Salary Range: $88,700.00 - $133,100.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.