Production Manager

Production Manager

Description

SAIC is seeking 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 ten (10) years or more of related experience; master's degree and eight (8) years or more experience;

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:

Interim secret clearance is required to start with the ability to obtain a secret clearance. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process.

U.S. Citizenship required

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.