RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No Description Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a 2nd ShiftManufacturing Operations Manager 2 based out of our Baltimore Logistics Center in Baltimore, MD. This role has primary responsibility for receiving, inventory management, outbound material flows, site operations coordination, and direct interface with external functions and peer leaders. 2nd Shift Hours - 2:00pm - 11:30pm What You’ll Get to Do: • Lead 2nd‑shift warehouse operations across receiving, inventory control, and outbound shipping/issue activities • Manage and develop a 2nd‑shift team of represented workforce; provide direction, coaching, and performance feedback • Oversee receiving operations, system receipts, put‑away, and discrepancy resolution • Own inventory management and material control for 2nd shift, ensuring accurate on hand balances, timely transactions, and robust internal controls • Lead outbound operations (picking, kitting, staging, shipping) to meet production schedules and delivery commitments • Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for inventory accuracy, cycle counts, receiving throughput, outbound performance, and overall 2nd‑shift effectiveness • Champion process standardization, documentation, training, and EHS/5S practices to maintain a compliant, safe, and efficient warehouse operation • Serve as the primary 2nd‑shift operations lead, ensuring effective shift handoffs and clear communication of priorities, constraints, and escalations • Interface directly with external functions and peer operations managers across shifts and sites to coordinate material flows and resolve issues • Support internal and external audits, providing objective evidence of MMAS compliance and effective inventory control, and leading 2nd‑shift corrective actions Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of combined experience in warehouse operations, supply chain, logistics, or inventory management; a Master’s degree and 6 years of combined experience in warehouse operations, supply chain, logistics, or inventory management; High school diploma/GED and 12 years of combined experience in warehouse operations, supply chain, logistics, or inventory management may be considered in lieu of degree requirement • Experience Leading (supervisor, team lead, or manager) in a fast-paced environment in warehouse, supply chain, or inventory control and driving root-cause analysis and corrective actions for inventory discrepancies • Experience working with inventory management in a distribution environment (material control, transactions, inventory accuracy, or cycle counting) • Experience using MMAS (Material Management and Accounting Systems) requirements, internal controls, or similar compliant material control environments • Experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Costpoint, Oracle, or equivalent) for material and inventory transactions.   • Willingness and ability to work 2nd shift and adjust hours as required by operational needs • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance • U.S. Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with DFARS audit expectations and associated internal control frameworks • Experience implementing or managing a cycle count program across multiple shifts • Demonstrated success driving inventory accuracy improvements and reducing transactional errors through process, training, or system changes • Experience with Lean / Six Sigma tools (5S, standard work, value stream mapping, root cause/corrective action); Green Belt or equivalent preferred • Strong analytical skills, including developing and managing KPIs/metrics for inventory accuracy, cycle counts, receiving/outbound performance, or warehouse operations • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of partnering with Manufacturing, Planning, Quality, Finance, Compliance, and peer managers across shifts and sites • Prior experience leading off‑shift or multi‑shift operations, including shift handoff practices and escalation protocols • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for analysis, reporting, and communication Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! #MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $127,100.00 - $190,700.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.