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Production Manager, Naval Coatings


Company : Huntington Ingalls Industries


Location : chicago, IL


Created : 2024-10-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Requisition Number: 20962 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $82,337.00 - $120,000.00 Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Mid This opportunity resides with Cyber & Electronic Warfare, a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace. Our deep expertise in network architecture, software and hardware development, cybersecurity and the electromagnetic environment uniquely enables us to support sensitive missions for federal agency partners. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: Summary Huntington Ingalls Industries, Mission Technologies (HII-MT) is seeking a qualified candidate for: Production Manager, Naval Coatings. The ideal candidate has a solid chemistry or chemical engineering background with specific strengths in project management, communication, product research and development, product testing, decision-making, customer relationships and coordination, technical requirements definition to develop and manage production capability of Navy formulated epoxy polyamide coatings. This position will work closely with HII internal Divisions and external customer organizations in a "client-facing" capacity. This individual must be able to work with technical experts to define requirements and manage resources efficiently. Provides onsite administrative and production management duties during all phases of coating production, storage and delivery. Essential Job Responsibilities Oversees and manages the operational aspects of production and serves as liaison between program management, production team, and line management. Reviews status and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses production issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring efficiency for intervention and problem-solving with project managers, line managers, and clients. Oversee development and build out of production lab capable of producing Navy-formulated epoxy polyamide coating (MIL-DTL-323467). Monitor production rates including timing and cost estimates. Ensures product outputs delivered on schedule and within expected cost. Identify, communicate, and resolve lab risks. Identify and resolve issues to eliminate or mitigate the occurrence of consequences that may impact production. Perform product testing to ensure compliance with MIL specs. Conduct Research & Development, testing and evaluation of potential new products; Document findings, reports results Minimum Qualifications 5 years relevant experience with Bachelor s in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. At least three years of experience working within government and/or defense with similar product lines. Clearance: Able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. Physical Requirements May require working in an office, industrial, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.