2027 Production Planner

Textron Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron invites applications for a 2027 Production Planner position based in the US state of Georgia, Cartersville. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, mentorship, and hands-on development across functions within a Textron business unit.

Responsibilities include demand analysis, SAP-based planning, improving scheduling efficiency, cross-team coordination with Operations and Sales, and driving continuous improvements to reduce downtime and inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Related Field is required.
• 0 years of experience is required.
• Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in demand analysis activity with Demand Planning and Sales Operations.
• Create daily production scenarios and plans in SAP.
• Enhance the usage of SAP for accurate scheduling and drive improvements in assembly, minimizing downtime and reducing inventory.
• Work cross-functionally with Operations and Sales to optimize capacity and efficiency in the production plan.
• Ensure the production plan is communicated and updated appropriately.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and perform root cause analysis with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor order coverage and production plan as KPIs.
• Analyze actual and potential supply problems or delivery issues and communicate findings to management.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

2027 Production Planner

Description

As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This entry-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities.

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E‑Z‑GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real‑world solutions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in demand analysis activity with Demand Planning and Sales Operations.

• Create daily production scenarios and plans in SAP.

• Enhance the usage of company's SAP system for accurate scheduling and drive improvements in assembly including minimizing downtime, reducing inefficiencies, and reducing excess inventory.

• Work cross‑functionally with Operations and Sales to ensure capacity and efficiency factors are optimized in the production plan.

• Ensure production plan is communicated and updated appropriately.

• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and work cross‑functionally to complete root cause analysis and implement solutions.

• Monitor order coverage and production plan as key performance indicators.

• Analyze actual and potential supply problems or delivery issues and provide timely communications and analysis to management.

Why Build Your Career at Textron

Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Day‑one health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Alternative work schedules at select locations
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field required
• Years of Experience: 0 years of Experience Required
• software Knowledge: SAP, Microsoft Office

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI‑generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

Recruiting Timeline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. Review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Specialized Vehicles

Primary Location: US-Georgia-Cartersville

Job Function: Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Entry Job

Shift: Compressed Work Week (9x80)

Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 4:51:48 PM

Job Number: 343187