Manufacturing Supervisor - Chelmsford, MA - 2nd Shift

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to support 2nd Shift, 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Manufacturing experience
• Ability to effectively use SAP/APRISO for production applications
• Ability to lead independently and make timely decisions
• Capable of assigning work to non‑unionized hourly workforce and holding employees accountable for following processes
• Strong problem‑solving skills with ability to partner across Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to remove barriers
• Comfortable using digital tools (such as SAP, Apriso, MS Office, reporting systems)
• Ability to support a flexible work schedule supporting overtime, off‑Fridays and/or weekends as required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship

You will be a 2nd Shift Supervisor with our Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) Chelmsford Operations team. This role is all about leadership on the floor, setting the pace for 2nd shift, developing people, and ensuring factory execution.

• Lead the shift:
  Own daily factory execution across safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Set direction and accountability:
  Provide clear guidance, monitor workflow, and ensure operators know expectations and goals.
• Run the rhythm:
  Drive daily huddles, PMT, and performance metrics to keep the team aligned.
• Develop people:
  Coach, mentor, and hold your team accountable while building engagement and teamwork.
• Solve problems in real time:
  Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production Planning, and other functions to quickly remove barriers to product flow.
• Connect shifts:
  Ensure smooth communication and handoffs so 1st and 2nd shift operate as one unified team.
• Drive improvement:
  Lead and participate in process improvement initiatives that strengthen performance and execution.

• Experience leading or supporting teams to execute daily production plans, level‑load work, and keep product flow on track.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment while staying focused on results.
• Builds trust, energizes teams, and creates a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Excellent at giving/receiving feedback and partnering across operators, peers, and leadership.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities while driving resolution with urgency.
• Handles tough conversations and challenges head‑on, turning obstacles into opportunities.
• Uses data and metrics to identify issues, improve yields, and strengthen performance.
• Understands the connection between cost, quality, and daily execution – leads team to deliver all three.
• Models Full Spectrum Leadership behaviors daily, inspiring trust, driving the mission, and developing people.
• Uses data and boots‑on‑the‑ground approach to understand people, processes, and performance drivers.
• Brings determination, dedication, and pride in team success.
• Clear, direct, and adaptable across all levels – from operators to senior leadership.
• Exposure to Six Sigma Principles and Green Belt Certification.
• Experience working the defense industry or in an ISO
  9001, AS9100 environment.

Chelmsford, MA 01824

• U.S. Citizen required. Obtain and maintain a Secret clearance before start.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close 90 days after posting; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date for optimal consideration.

Annual base salary range (varies by state): $73,800 – $130,180. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.