Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of related experience or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience
5+ years in production management or operations leadership
Experience with inspection and acceptance processes
Strong communication and presentation skills for customer engagement
Ability to manage schedules and resources in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in production management tools and reporting software
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee all production activities
Ensure timely and budget-compliant production schedules
Monitor workflow and production efficiency
Identify and resolve production bottlenecks
Lead inspection and acceptance activities
Ensure products meet quality standards and contractual requirements
Participate in customer meetings and provide production updates
Prepare and present production status reports and dashboards
Mentor and develop the production team
Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Coordinate with cross-functional teams
Maintain accurate production records and documentation
Report production metrics and risks to senior leadership
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic production environment
Engagement with cross-functional teams
Mentorship and development opportunities
Culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Job Description
SAIC is seek a Production Manager to join our team in Bedford, IN.
The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all production operations at the Bedford facility for this entire program. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day production management, lead inspection and acceptance activities, and actively participate in customer meetings to provide accurate and timely updates on production status. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, detail-oriented leader with a proven track record in production management and customer engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee all production activities
Ensure production schedules are developed, maintained, and executed on time and within budget
Monitor workflow, resource allocation, and production efficiency
Identify and resolve production bottlenecks or issues in a timely manner
Lead and coordinate all inspection and acceptance activities
Ensure all products/deliverables meet required quality standards and contractual requirements
Work closely with the Quality team to maintain compliance and resolve non-conformances
Participate in customer meetings, representing the production team
Provide clear, accurate, and timely reports on all aspects of production status
Prepare and present production status reports, dashboards, and briefings as required
Lead, mentor, and develop the production team in close coordination with the Production Manager at the Bedford, IN production facility
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Engineering, Logistics, and Program Management
Maintain accurate production records and documentation
Provide regular internal reporting to senior leadership on production metrics, risks, and opportunities
Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years or more of related experience; master's degree and three (3) years or more experience;
5+ years of experience in production management or operations leadership
Demonstrated experience with inspection and acceptance processes
Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage schedules, resources, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in production management tools and reporting software
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with the DoD industry and Government contracting mechanisms and a basic understanding of contract types Cost-Reimbursable and Firm Fixed Price
Familiarity with government or commercial contract requirements
PMP or similar project/operations management certification
Prior experience working in a production environment with formal inspection/acceptance requirements
Experience interfacing directly with customers in a production or program environment
Clearance:
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a full Secret clearance
About SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
