Manufacturing Planner 4

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,464 - 100,358; Full time

Job summary

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Manufacturing Planner to support the production rate increase and technology upgrade in Huntsville, Alabama. This role involves developing manufacturing processes, collaborating with engineering, and leading process optimizations to enhance performance.

Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in manufacturing planning, competency in CAD software, and strong problem-solving skills. The position may offer extensions and potential FTE opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in manufacturing planning & production support.
• Ability to read and interpret standardized processes and drawings.
• Experience with problem-solving in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineering to review manufacturing build flows.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance.

Skills

Manufacturing planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

CAD software

Manufacturing simulation tools

Education

AA degree in related discipline

Tools

CAD software suites

Model-Based Design

Material Resource Planning (MRP) Systems

Windchill

Siemens Teamcenter

Job description

Huntsville, Alabama 12+ months Up to $62.00/Hour Contract Shift-1

Overview

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

Manufacturing Planner 4 - Electrical/Electronics. Plans and leads department/organization processes for developing, implementing and maintaining various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials, work instructions and illustrations to define and document as-built configuration. Develops and plans manufacturing concepts and strategies to support business objectives. Prepares build analyses and cost estimate reports. Leads integration of complex suppliers, processes, materials, data and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery requirements. Participates in source selection to ensure manufacturing requirements are met. Develops complex tooling requirements based on manufacturing and engineering requirements. Manages tooling from initial design to end of use disposition. Leads investigation and resolution of complex or systemic manufacturing related issues. Leads teams performing producibility assessments of design concepts. Supports enterprise level benchmarking to incorporate best practices. Leads development of complex work statements and sequencing of events to support delivery commitments. Develops scheduling templates for use by others. Drafts, updates and reviews processes and procedures to support business and regulatory agency requirements. Develops and documents new job practices, techniques and standards. Works under minimal direction.

Company is currently looking for an Experienced Manufacturing Planner to join the Patriot Advanced Capability 3 (PAC3) team located in Huntsville, Alabama. This unique position is seeking a Manufacturing Planner to support the production rate increase and advanced technology upgrade activities. This role will be involved in production support activities as well as continuous development projects improving manufacturing.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes and planning.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing engineering team to review manufacturing build flows for planning producibility.
• Create and maintain manufacturing work instructions.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing issues to improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and enhance overall manufacturing performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ Experience in manufacturing planning & production support.
• Experience in CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and enforcing standardized manufacturing processes, work instructions, and engineering drawing and process procedures.
• AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• STEM focused Associates degree.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Competent in Model-Based Design.
• Competent in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Competent in MESci or similar Manufacturing system.
• Competent in Material Resource Planning (MRP) Systems (eg. CompassContract).
• Experience in CAD software suites.
• Experience in Windchill or similar engineering management databases.
• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter.