Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist - Level 1 / 2

Requisition ID : R10176025

Category : Global Supply Chain

Location : Elkton, Maryland, United States of America

Clearance Type : Secret

Telecommute : No- Teleworking not available for this position

Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required : Yes, 10% of the Time

Positions Available : 1

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist level 1 or level 2 to support on-site at our Elkton, MD location. The level of position will depend upon demonstrated skills, experience, education, and competency.

The role of the Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist encompasses the effective scheduling, oversight of production processes, and the actual manufacturing of products, thereby enhancing value through various operations such as moving, separating, forming, machining, and chemical treatments. This position is crucial in guaranteeing that deliverable products are produced to meet customer demands. Additionally, the specialist is tasked with overseeing the creation of custom-engineered products, which are specifically designed, developed, and manufactured in alignment with unique customer requests or contractual obligations. Furthermore, they are responsible for managing and developing production protocols, monitoring production performance, and ensuring the proper handling of information, materials, equipment, and facilities, all while adhering to regulatory standards.

Job Duties :

Identify raw material and component requirements for production from engineering and production specifications, schedules, and bills of material (BOMs)

Generate and track purchase requisitions to support future build needs

Actively status Purchase Orders (POs) across assigned programs to ensure adherence to schedule, quantity, and invoicing timing

Track material quality and initiate actions to extend or eliminate expiring material

Coordinate with material program management, purchasing, production, logistics, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate quantities of materials are always on hand

Support and assist activities within multiple disciplines across the Supply Chain process

Able to resolve complex issues in a proactive, creative, and analytical manner

Has strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Can help identify risks and determine mitigation strategies and has a mindset of continual improvement

Basic Qualifications for Associate Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 1) :

This role places a strong emphasis on skills and the ability to proactively address program needs. We will consider candidates who meet one of the following criteria : a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience preferably in a manufacturing facility or a closely related field; a bachelor's degree with at least 1 year of experience preferably in a manufacturing facility or a closely related field or a master's degree with 0 years of experience in preferably in a manufacturing facility or a closely related field

MS Office tools (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Basic Qualifications for Supply Chain Planning Specialist (Level 2) :

This role places a strong emphasis on skills and the ability to proactively address program needs. We will consider candidates who meet one of the following criteria : a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years experience preferably in a manufacturing facility or a closely related field; a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience preferably in a manufacturing facility or a closely related field or a master's degree with 1 year of experience in preferably in a manufacturing facility or a closely related field

MS Office tools (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Preferred Qualifications for both roles :

Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, production control and manufacture of products

Experience with raw material and component requirements for production from engineering and production specifications and schedules

Experience with purchase requisitions

DoD US Secret Clearance

Salary Range : $59,900 - $85,300

Salary Range 2 : $68,800 - $103,200

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.

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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