Manager, Production Planning

Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Manager of Production Planning & Scheduling to lead and mature the production planning function in a 100% onsite Bloomfield, CT facility.

You will develop, maintain, and optimize production plans and schedules, coordinating with Operations, Engineering, and Procurement to meet customer delivery commitments. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in planning and scheduling in complex manufacturing, with strong analytical skills and proven

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data interpretation ability.
• Proven ability to collaborate across Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans and schedules aligned with demand and business goals.
• Manage schedules to optimize capacity, resources, and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to execute the overall plan.
• Identify and resolve production constraints with other departments.
• Support OTD expectations and adjust plans for changing priorities.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytics

Tools

Epicor Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Manager, Production Planning & Scheduling
Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, And Employment Type

• Duration: Permanent / Direct Hire


• Pay rate: $60,000–$90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications


• Job Location: Bloomfield, CT


• Work Model: 100% onsite


• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 1st shift


• Job#: bh19528

Description

We are seeking a Manager of Production Planning & Scheduling to lead and develop production planning activities for a growing aerospace and precision manufacturing organization in Bloomfield, CT. This is a key role responsible for developing production plans, managing schedules, coordinating cross-functional resources, and ensuring customer delivery commitments are met. The ideal candidate is an analytical and proactive manufacturing professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and building more mature and effective planning systems. You'll work closely with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and customers to ensure production plans align with business requirements, available resources, and customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans and schedules aligned with business objectives and customer demand.


• Manage production schedules to optimize capacity, resources, materials, and delivery performance.


• Partner with Operations and Engineering to ensure successful execution of the overall production plan.


• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and other departments to identify and resolve production constraints.


• Work directly with customers and internal stakeholders to support on-time delivery (OTD) expectations.


• Monitor production progress and proactively adjust schedules to address changing priorities, resource constraints, or delays.


• Analyze production data, identify trends, forecast requirements, and recommend improvements.


• Develop planning tools, processes, and procedures to mature and strengthen the organization's production planning function.


• Identify bottlenecks and opportunities to improve production flow, capacity utilization, and scheduling effectiveness.


• Prepare and present production metrics, performance reports, forecasts, and recommendations to senior management.


• Promote continuous improvement across production planning and scheduling processes.


• Ensure planning and scheduling activities support applicable safety, quality, and operational requirements.


• Lead, develop, and support planning personnel while establishing clear expectations for performance and accountability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production planning and scheduling, preferably within a manufacturing environment.


• Experience in aerospace, automotive, precision manufacturing, or a similar complex manufacturing environment strongly preferred.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex production data and make sound decisions.


• Demonstrated ability to manage changing priorities and respond effectively to production challenges.


• Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.


• Experience working with manufacturing, operations, engineering, procurement, and/or supply chain teams.


• Proficiency with production planning/scheduling software and Microsoft Office.


• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including team development and performance management.


• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, capacity, and resource utilization.


• Epicor Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.


• Familiarity with ISO or other quality management system standards.


• Experience developing or improving production planning processes, tools, and workflows.


• Experience supporting aerospace programs or other highly regulated, customer-driven manufacturing environments.


• Demonstrated success improving on-time delivery, production efficiency, capacity utilization, or planning accuracy.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hands-on production planning leader who can do more than maintain a schedule. The right person will identify opportunities to improve the planning function, establish better processes and tools, collaborate effectively across the organization, and help drive reliable customer delivery. If you have a strong manufacturing planning background and enjoy working in an environment focused on accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional growth, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000–$90,000 annual salary, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated aerospace program-management capability


• Competitive employee benefits package


• Opportunities for professional growth and development


• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment


• Opportunity to contribute to aerospace and precision manufacturing programs

Connexion's mission is to provide "best in class" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve.