2nd Shift Production Planner: Shop Floor Optimizer

Collins Aerospace; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Shop Floor Planner in Rockford, IL. This onsite role coordinates production flow, aligns schedules with quality and safety standards, and works with cross‑functional teams to optimize resources.

The ideal candidate has a university degree with 5+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years, plus strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills. Collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement are essential in this position.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of production planning and scheduling principles. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing software tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, etc)

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret production schedules and customer requirements to develop shop floor work plans
• Coordinate the release of work orders to the production floor, ensuring availability of necessary materials, tools, and resources
• Monitor work progress and ensure adherence to schedules, making adjustments as needed to meet deadlines
• Collaborate with supply chain and inventory teams to address material shortages or delays and resolve issues promptly
• Partner with the quality team to ensure all production activities meet established quality standards
• Communicate with production supervisors and team leads to prioritize tasks and address bottlenecks or constraints
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and increase productivity
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, production schedules, and resource allocation

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

ERP systems

Excel

Communication

Time management

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Shop Floor Planner in Rockford, IL. This onsite role coordinates production flow, aligns schedules with quality and safety standards, and works with cross‑functional teams to optimize resources.

The ideal candidate has a university degree with 5+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years, plus strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills. Collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement are essential in this position.