Production Controller 2

Northrop Grumman

. Coordinate end-to-end tooling organization and material flow in support of production schedules and key program milestones.

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRoy • Utah • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $37,400 - $62,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating tooling organization and material flow to support production schedules, ensuring readiness for major production events. Proficient in using MES, SAP, and MRP/inventory tools for tracking and reporting, with a strong focus on process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Production Control ExperienceTooling Control ExpertiseLogistics Management SkillsActive U.S. Government DoD Secret Security ClearanceCross-Functional Coordination

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Hard Skills

Production SchedulingTooling OrganizationMaterial Flow ManagementKitting and Issuance of ToolsMetrics and KPI Development

Soft Skills

Coordination SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Tools & Technologies

MESSAPMRP/Inventory ToolsDashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S. Government DoD Secret Security ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP) Approval

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseManufacturing OperationsSupply ChainTechnical Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate end-to-end tooling organization and material flow in support of production schedules and key program milestones.
Maintain visibility of tooling assets, including location, status, and readiness.
Ensure timely kitting, issuance, and return of tools and equipment.
Expedite materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments according to production and shipping schedules.
Support readiness for major production and program events by ensuring required tools and materials are available.
Coordinate with IPTs and production stakeholders to review upcoming needs and confirm readiness.
Estimate and log production rate and time expenditures.
Establish sequence and lead time of operations when required to meet shipping dates.
Track and report key metrics, including tool-related delays, on-time availability, and expedites.
Recommend process improvements.
Use MES, SAP, MRP/inventory tools, and applicable systems for tooling and material tracking and reporting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period.
Experience in production control, manufacturing operations, tooling control, logistics, or supply chain in a technical environment.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and execute to production schedules, including identifying impacts and constraints.
Coordination and communication skills with cross-functional teams.
Working knowledge of relevant enterprise systems (e.g., MES, SPRAT, MRP/inventory or equivalent).
Proven ability to drive closure on action items, manage competing priorities, and support schedule and cost objectives.
Preferred: experience with schedule management, risk management and performance management.
Preferred: experience in aerospace/defense or a similarly complex, engineered-product environment.
Preferred: background in tooling organization, configuration control, or standard work development for tools and equipment.
Preferred: familiarity with metrics/KPI development and use of dashboards or reports.
Preferred: demonstrated success leading cross-functional coordination or readiness activities for major production or program events.
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
Overtime eligibility
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Company paid holidays
Disability insurance
Savings plan