Position Description Develop manning requirements, work standards, man assignments, and equipment capacity. Investigate, analyze, and propose new or improved methods and systems relative to reducing costs, maximizing utilization, increasing throughputs. Participates in special studies for mfg. costs, facilitation, risk identification/mitigation, improvement recommendations, etc. Measurement and control of labor and other manufacturing expenses (OME). Maintain production department performance reports. Estimate new product labor costs and production planning. Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools to support production teams in achieving cost, quality, and schedule objectives. Interface with Production Team Leaders, Production Control, and Operations Engineer. Position Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 0-2 years' experience. Must be U.S. Citizen as this position requires a government-issued security clearance. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must obtain Department of Army Police unescorted access. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to read blueprints and interpret quality requirements. Proficient PC skills in MS Word and Excel; experience in Microsoft Access programming is highly desired. Must have ability to meet entry requirements for military vehicles this is the ASR requirement below. Prior experience with TipQA Quality Systems or similar (such as Electronic Quality Management Systems) Familiarity with Materials and Production planning. Experience with the manufacture or design of military land or water vehicles preferred. Experience working with design in a model-based environment. Experience in statistical analysis of data trending (Green Belt type projects). Knowledge of ISO 9001-2008 and/or TS16949. Experience as an Internal or External ISO Auditor. Some overtime and travel may be required. Must be able to pass military vehicle entry requirements (ASR). Must be able to successfully complete the pre-employment process including drug screen and background check. Working Conditions & Environment Ability to work in production environment, including: Be able to climb, walk, and lift up to 20lbs. Walking, standing, bending, and stooping. May be required to climb in and out of structures. Kneeling, crawling and sitting. Working in and around dust, fumes and noise. Work in inclement weather. Overtime and off-shift work may be required. General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.