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Manufacturing Supervisor (1st Shift) / Grand Prairie, TX

Grand Prairie, Texas

Grand Prairie, Texas

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 692071BR Date posted: May. 01, 2025
Description:You will be the Manufacturing Supervisor for the Production Team. Our team is responsible for managing multiple manufacturing disciplines, including machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, paint, weld, and tool fabrication, to deliver high-quality products while meeting schedule and cost goals.

What You Will Be Doing:
As the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading a team of approximately 20-30 union-represented workers on second shift, supervising multiple manufacturing disciplines, and coordinating daily activities with various support functions. You will drive process improvements, achieve target zero metrics, and energize your team to perform at their best.

Your responsibilities will include:

-Supporting the development and implementation of process improvements
-Holding team members accountable for their performance and energizing them to achieve excellence
-Supervising multiple manufacturing disciplines in an integrated team environment
-Coordinating daily activities with Production Control, Production Engineering, Quality, Design Engineering, and other manufacturing support functions

Why Join Us:
We're looking for a collaborative and results-driven leader who can motivate and empower their team to achieve exceptional results. As a Manufacturing Supervisor at Lockheed Martin, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting programs, develop your skills, and grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're a seasoned leader with a passion for manufacturing and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
-Must have the ability to obtain a Secret level clearance

-Experienced user of Microsoft Office Software

-Working knowledge of such programs as Hazardous Waste Management, Safety, Training, FOD, and/or Time Accounting

-Must be able to read engineering drawings, blueprints and interpret/translate instructions to mechanics / technicians

-Must have good conflict-resolution skills and the ability to build respectful working relationships

-Must be able to work in fast-paced, flexible environment
Desired Skills:
-Motivational skills along with the ability to energize teams are considered a plus

-Experience working in a union environment

-Demonstrated experience with Lean manufacturing concepts and cost reduction with an understanding of business metrics to drive performance

-Experience working with SAP

-Previous experience in machining environment using manual and/or N/C controlled machines and systems
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.

  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • Goal-oriented

    From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • Strategic

    You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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