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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

2nd Shift Production Associate Manager - Chelmsford, MA

Chelmsford, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Lockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Production Associate Manager for their Chelmsford Operations. In this role, you will lead the 2nd shift Assembly & Test operations, ensuring production momentum and team support while driving continuous improvement.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of 2nd shift manufacturing supervisors and their Assembly & Test technicians

Own daily production execution to meet schedule, cost, and quality goals

Set the tone each evening: create clarity, alignment, and focus to ensure the shift launches strong and ends strong

Ensure your teams have the right staffing, training, resources, and escalation support

Partner closely with your peer Production Manager and day-shift leadership to drive continuity, handoffs, and cultural alignment

Champion continuous improvement to enhance flow, reduce defects, and strengthen performance

Promote a positive, collaborative culture where people feel supported, valued, and proud of their work

Qualification

Manufacturing backgroundLean / Six Sigma knowledgeLeadership experienceMRP systems knowledgeTrainingDevelopmentCommunicatorTeam buildingProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Experience leading leaders and/or large operational teams

Background in manufacturing

Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma and MRP systems

Strong communicator able to translate direction into action

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

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 an interim secret clearance prior to start

Preferred

Prior leadership experience in a multi-shift or fast-paced manufacturing environment

Experience with Apriso, CAM, or similar manufacturing systems

Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and resolve issues at the appropriate level

Experience improving workforce capability through structured training and development frameworks

Benefits

Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Founded in 1912