Associate Production Planner

Located in Stafford, VA

Salary: $80K-$90K

The Associate Production Planner supports production planning and scheduling activities to ensure materials, resources and manufacturing orders are aligned with customer demand and production objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules based on demand forecasts, customer orders, inventory levels and production capacity
• Monitor work orders and progress
• Review material shortages and collaborate with stakeholders to minimize production disruptions
• Update and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), routing information and planning parameters, as required
• Track work order status, including schedule attainment, production progress, material consumption, output accuracy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production, material and scheduling issues
• Generate and maintain production, inventory and planning reports to support operational decision making
• Maintain strict adherence to company procedures, planning processes, and operational standards
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of manufacturing and program needs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration or related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• 0-2 years experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, or related fields
• Intern or Co-op experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Advanced proficiency in in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and formulas to analyze production, inventory and operational data to support planning and decision-making
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central
• Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) concepts

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Extended periods of sitting, standing and work at a computer
• Regular interaction with manufacturing, warehouse, and production areas
• Exposure to production activity, controlled documents, and regulated processes
• Use of PPE may be required while on production floor

Location

• On-site position in Stafford, VA with approximately 10% travel

 

 

 

 

 

 

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