Tool Control Supervisor
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 691072BR Date posted: Apr. 21, 2025
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we’re building the world’s most advanced helicopters and redefining what’s possible in vertical lift. Our Final Assembly and Flight Operations teams are critical to delivering aircraft that meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability.
THE WORK
As the leader of Tool Control for the Final Assembly and Hangar Tool Cribs, you will oversee the management of all tools and perishable supplies used to support aircraft production. You will set and enforce factory-wide standards for tooling, storage, and inventory management. This role supports a 3-shift operation across six tool cribs in Final Assembly and two in the Flight Hangars. In addition to tool crib operations, you will also be responsible for Foreign Object Debris (FOD) management. This position includes leadership of hourly represented employees and plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
WHO WE ARE
Our team supports high-rate production in a fast-paced environment, delivering mission-critical aircraft to customers around the world. We are driven by a culture of safety, precision, and teamwork—working closely with cross-functional partners across production, quality, and engineering to meet aggressive delivery schedules without compromising on quality.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a hands-on, people-first leader who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You have a strong background in tool control, inventory management, or production support, and experience leading hourly represented employees. You’re highly organized, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and accountability.
WHY JOIN US
This is your opportunity to make a direct impact on Sikorsky’s success by leading a critical part of our production operation. You’ll work with a collaborative and supportive team, with access to resources and development opportunities only a company like Lockheed Martin can offer. If you're looking for a role where you can lead with purpose and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you.
Basic Qualifications:
You are a detail-oriented, technical professional with a background in Material Control. Your leadership skills and commitment to quality make you an ideal candidate for this role.
• Experience in supervising hourly employees.
• Strong understanding of compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, staffing, and training programs.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• A commitment to fostering a safe and ethical work environment.
• The ability to encourage and recognize employee contributions to improve operations.
Desired Skills:
Previous Sikorsky operations experience
Previous experience managing in a union environment
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we’re building the world’s most advanced helicopters and redefining what’s possible in vertical lift. Our Final Assembly and Flight Operations teams are critical to delivering aircraft that meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability.
THE WORK
As the leader of Tool Control for the Final Assembly and Hangar Tool Cribs, you will oversee the management of all tools and perishable supplies used to support aircraft production. You will set and enforce factory-wide standards for tooling, storage, and inventory management. This role supports a 3-shift operation across six tool cribs in Final Assembly and two in the Flight Hangars. In addition to tool crib operations, you will also be responsible for Foreign Object Debris (FOD) management. This position includes leadership of hourly represented employees and plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
WHO WE ARE
Our team supports high-rate production in a fast-paced environment, delivering mission-critical aircraft to customers around the world. We are driven by a culture of safety, precision, and teamwork—working closely with cross-functional partners across production, quality, and engineering to meet aggressive delivery schedules without compromising on quality.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a hands-on, people-first leader who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You have a strong background in tool control, inventory management, or production support, and experience leading hourly represented employees. You’re highly organized, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and accountability.
WHY JOIN US
This is your opportunity to make a direct impact on Sikorsky’s success by leading a critical part of our production operation. You’ll work with a collaborative and supportive team, with access to resources and development opportunities only a company like Lockheed Martin can offer. If you're looking for a role where you can lead with purpose and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you.
Basic Qualifications:
You are a detail-oriented, technical professional with a background in Material Control. Your leadership skills and commitment to quality make you an ideal candidate for this role.
• Experience in supervising hourly employees.
• Strong understanding of compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, staffing, and training programs.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• A commitment to fostering a safe and ethical work environment.
• The ability to encourage and recognize employee contributions to improve operations.
Desired Skills:
Previous Sikorsky operations experience
Previous experience managing in a union environment
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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