Manufacturing Planner

LMI Aerospace, Inc.; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

LMI Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a Planner to support manufacturing and ensure on-time delivery of work orders. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and skills in negotiation and problem-solving.

Your role will involve managing priorities, addressing parts shortages, and improving processes to meet production demands. Benefits include a competitive pay range of $24.00 – $28.00 per hour, 401(k) with company match, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Candidates without high school diploma will need to take a pre-employment assessment.
• Experience using manufacturing software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage work orders to ensure 100% on-time delivery.
• Identify and communicate parts shortages.
• Analyze potential problems and propose solutions.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Communication

Manufacturing Software

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AS400

Job description

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 10 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition. Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high‑quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Planner supports manufacturing and ensures 100% on‑time delivery through proactive management of each work order. In all actions, support the Quality Policy, Mission Statement, and other policies and procedures by supporting our commitment to total customer satisfaction, quality products and services, lean processes, continuous improvement, on‑time delivery, safety, taming, individual accountability, and respect for people.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify status delinquencies (shortages), know where they are within the plant and the projected delivery date.
• Manage and coordinate short flow, AOG, priority requirements, and non‑moving orders by negotiating due dates when on‑time delivery is in jeopardy.
• Identify potential problems, analyze, and propose alternatives for resolution for any issues that may jeopardize on‑time delivery.
• Identify and communicate parts shortages.
• Generate and follow up timelines for HOT parts upon CSR request.
• Add priority to work orders and shipping schedules when needed using the plant software tools such as AS400, e‑mail, etc.
• Become knowledgeable of and follow company procedures.
• Support other team positions as required.
• Follow all job tools available and applicable to the job and the plant including SPs, work instructions, modules, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned and needed to meet company growth and customer expectations.
• Work well under pressure and meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines.
• Always demonstrate cooperative and civil behavior with co‑workers, supervisors and customers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES

High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates that do not have a high school diploma or high school equivalency will be required to take a pre‑employment assessment to be considered for the role.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Manufacturing software
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor including eye, ear, and foot protection. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10–50 pounds.

BENEFITS

401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company‑match contribution, competitive wages, paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and accidental insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, employee assistance plan, wellness program, tuition assistance subject to eligibility terms and conditions.

Pay Range: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour.

LEGAL STATEMENTS

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the online application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America’s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

Sonaca North America is an E‑Verify Employer. Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer.

NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS

It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates (“LMI Aerospace”). This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services, false websites, fake emails or calls from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process. Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre‑employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings. Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email [e-mail].