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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Material Handling 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

This position is located at our Clearfield, Utah facility.

Role description & Responsibilities:

Supervises employees who use a variety of equipment such as forklifts, conveyers, cranes, hand carts, and power trucks to move materials, parts, assemblies, and finished products or goods within a plant, office, or warehouse. Oversees the processing, packaging, and storage of supplies, materials, and equipment. May assist in selecting appropriate containers and wrapping methods for materials to be shipped or stored. Coordinates with engineers, shippers, carton manufacturers, and carpenters for special crating and packing requirements. Supervises employees who maintain records and check invoices/bills of lading.

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Some overtime may be required.

Daily efforts will include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the coordination and movement of material, hardware, and finished goods throughout multiple sites while ensuring process/procedural compliance safeguarding both personnel and product
• Manage overall group to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Employee, Cost targets are achieved.
• Monitor work operations and actively assist or provide direction to subordinates in the following areas;
• Storeroom - oversee the receipt, issuing, and delivery of Contract inventory.
• Vendor Managed Inventory - oversee the stocking, issuing, and delivery of contracted materials to production lines utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP - CostPoint) and Pick Ticket Application
• Provide direction to all subordinates using established policies and procedures; ensure subordinate work is reviewed for adequacy in meeting cost and quality objectives
• Schedule equipment and personnel to manage customer demands for the production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements
• Form partnerships and act as an agent between material planners, storekeepers and Production control
• Oversee employees, processes, and equipment and warehouses including:
  CostPoint and Pick Ticket Application
• Utilize asset smart software to ensure all property is moved per policies and procedures to help maintain accurate property records. Assist in moves where necessary
• Coordinate interdepartmental activity with manufacturing, engineering, handling, production control, etc.
• Advise leadership of the status of work in progress, equipment available, and potential material issues to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed
• May perform on-going operational tasks of organizational groups or be assigned to teams working on sector level tasks, projects or process changes/improvements
• Interface with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), manufacturing supervision and site leadership to support program/site needs, process improvements, and resource management

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED and a minimum of 5 years of experience in materials management, distribution, or warehouse environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and special program access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
• Prior experience leading a team, project; ability to mentor and motivate others
• Inventory Control and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience (CostPoint preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of storing and managing inventory with shelf-life requirements and tight environmental controls
• Ability to work across disciplines to influence change to improve operational efficiency
• Experience supporting complex shipping and logistical requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead safety initiatives to drive a culture of a safety-first environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of Lean/PES/Six Sigma principles
• CostPoint experience

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation - building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!

Salary Range: $79,900 USD - $119,900 USD

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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 most positions.