Production Control Manager at Leidos

Leidos currently has an opening for a Production Control Manager to work in our Vista CA facility. As a member of the Leidos Security Enterprise Solutions (SES) team you will be joining a diverse and dedicated group who are excited about producing industry leading screening technology. Our facility will produce a comprehensive suite of fully automated and integrated products for aviation border crossings and critical infrastructure customers. These systems provide threat detection by screening baggage cargo and people at checkpoints around the world. The Production Control Manager will be responsible for planning scheduling and coordinating labor and materials to align with master schedule. This position will report into the Senior Manufacturing Manager but work closely with other functional teams to establish priority and ensure the smooth execution of production conjunction with the line leader this role will manage manufacturing orders (MOs) throughout the production process while ensuring timely closer and review of any cost variance. This position will also manage bulk material levels submit purchase requisitions for manufacturing supplies communicate material shortages and identify schedule risk. To be successful in this role this person must have a deep understanding of the supply chain and manufacturing process along with being detail oriented highly organized and an excellent communicator. Primary Responsibilities:Control and maintenance of manufacturing orders (MOs) throughout the production processCollaborates with planning and procurement to track and prioritize material shortagesCoordinates with planning and manufacturing leadership to schedule incoming workMaintains production status and updates data in master schedule toolIdentifies schedule risk and deploys mitigation stepsMaintain and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI)Reviews Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOMs) with Manufacturing EngineeringParticipates in End of Life (EOL)material reviewsParticipates in defective material review as a member of Material Review Board (MRB)Work closely with Finance to review any cost variances on a periodic basis. Implementation of Engineering Change Notices (ECN) to manufacturing orders (MOs)Lead and manage up to 5-7 production control employeesAct as a hiring manager for resource needs within team/departmentConduct performance reviews with regular check-insEnsure all documentation and training records are maintained and updated regularly Required Qualifications:Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience or Masters degree and 3 years of experience. May consider additional years of experience in lieu of a degree. 3 years experience in manufacturing or supply chain environment 5 years experience with a MRP tool (preferably Costpoint)Above average experience utilizing all MS applications with an emphasis on ExcelExcellent MS excel skills with extensive experience in data manipulationPivot tables V-look up Grouping Charts etc.Competencies:Ability to solve complex problems often and with limited information or guidanceFamiliarity with working in an ISO controlled environmentAbility to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiencesGood business acumen with ability to navigate interdepartmental relationships Personal sense of integrity trust and respectStrong interpersonal skills used to set and maintain positive culturePreferred Qualifications:CPIM or CSCP certificationsIf youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:November 19 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $82550.00 - $149225.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Analytical Methods,Synthesis,Market Research,Quality Control,Customer Requirements,Product Quality,Batch Records,Chemical Analysis,ISO Compliance Management,Chemical Reactions,Analytical Instruments,Safety Guidelines,Laboratory Equipment Management,Procedures Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 82550 - 149225