Production Controller 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and Cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Mission Systems San Diego is seeking a Production Controller 3 . This position is on-site daily in our San Diego, CA office from 5:30am to 3pm working a 9/80 schedule What You Will Get To Do : This position will support production control by maintaining schedules for material requirements and availability for the manufacture of industrial and commercial products. This role compiles records concerning quantity and type of material received, shipped, in stock/inventory, and in production, and expedites the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments in accordance with production and shipping schedules. The Production Controller helps identify potential and actual material shortages and initiates actions to correct these deficiencies. Using knowledge of production and procurement, this role alerts appropriate stakeholders to potential problems and recommends remedial actions. Responsibilities: • Track inventory levels and monitor inventory in WIP, On-Hold, MRB, and In-Inspection locations. • Work with Material Planning to ensure materials are ordered in time to support Scheduling and Operations needs. • Partner closely with shop floor supervisors to optimize WIP flow. • Issues material through SAP/S4 Hana & EWI systems. • Process Parts Replacement Requisitions through SAP/S4 Hana & EWI systems. • Perform higher-level work order releases through SAP/S4 Hana & EWI systems. • Handle scrap material and ensure proper disposition. • Deliver hardware to the next operation/step in the process. • Perform problem solving and research related to material and product flow. • Receive Sustainment Modules and move them into WIP for repairs. Basic Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of additional education and/or related experience. • Experience utilizing SAP/S4HANA and EWI (Solumina) systems to track parts through production, meet customer demand, and set priorities for Work In Process (WIP). • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. • Current SAP access or ability to obtain SAP access. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in material expediting in a manufacturing or production environment. • Active Secret security clearance . • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. • Strong team player with effective communication skills. • Proven ability to multi‑task and prioritize work. • Experience wi