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Security Manager - Manufacturing | Aurora, CO

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we're transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. Join a team focused on innovation, growth, and meaningful impact while advancing your career in new and exciting ways. This is not a corporate security role. We are seeking a hands-on leader who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, engaging with employees, solving problems in real time, and leading a security team in a dynamic production environment. Success in this role requires flexibility, adaptability, strong people leadership, and a willingness to be where the operation is happening.

Your Day-to-Day

The Manufacturing Security Manager will lead security operations at the Aurora manufacturing facility, oversee contract security personnel, manage risk mitigation efforts, and serve as the primary security advisor to site leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop contract security officers, including performance management and training.

Maintain a visible presence on the production floor and build strong relationships with employees, contractors, and leadership.

Oversee access control, employee and contractor badging, visitor management, and security systems administration.

Ensure effective security coverage across all shifts through a flexible, hands-on leadership approach.

Investigate security incidents, workplace concerns, and policy violations.

Partner with Manufacturing, EHS, HR, and Operations teams to maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Conduct facility inspections, security audits, and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and improve processes.

Lead emergency response, evacuation, and crisis management activities.

Monitor KPIs, prepare reports, and communicate risks, trends, and recommendations to leadership.

Manage third-party security providers and ensure service expectations are met.

Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable federal and state regulations.

Adapt to changing operational priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Who We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Professional security certifications are a plus.

7-10 years of manufacturing security experience.

5+ years of security leadership experience.

Experience leading security operations in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or distribution environment.

Knowledge of access control systems, investigations, risk management, and emergency preparedness.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Power BI preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Fluent in English.

Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Due to federal law, candidates must be 21 years of age or older.

Annual Base Salary Range

$132,000 - $165,000

PMI's U.S. businesses are committed to advancing a smoke-free future through smoke-free alternatives for adult smokers and responsible marketing practices. Based in Stamford, CT, PMI employs more than 3,000 people across the United States and operates manufacturing facilities nationwide.

Philip Morris International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-JT1