Planner, Production

AAR Corp; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking a Production Planner to develop, implement, monitor and report on maintenance projects across long, medium and short-range horizons.

You will liaise between customers and maintenance divisions, coordinate milestones, and standardize workflows to boost efficiency. Responsibilities include tracking progress, preparing work packages, forecasting inventory, and collaborating with maintenance, supply chain and engineering teams to ensure on-time, budget-conscious execution.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional education or relevant technical training is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in standard English.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and maintenance tracking software.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Professional and courteous interpersonal skills to interact with employees across all departments and external customers.
• Previous experience in maintenance planning, data entry, or similar operational support role within the aviation industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between customers and AAR Airline Maintenance divisions, ensuring clear communication regarding aircraft maintenance status, requirements, and timelines.
• Coordinate and support aircraft maintenance flow by assigning, monitoring, and updating project milestones throughout the maintenance cycle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain planning templates to standardize workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Track and manage project progress for each aircraft visit, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Prepare and distribute comprehensive maintenance workload packages to ensure technicians have clear, accurate instructions and documentation.
• Forecast inventory needs to maintain optimal stock levels, appropriate inventory mix, and overall program efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams - including maintenance, supply chain, and engineering - to ensure seamless execution of maintenance projects.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support operational objectives.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Prioritization / time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Maintenance tracking software

Job description

Job Description - Planner, Production (18771)

About Us:AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.AAR's purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company's mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Planner, Production - 18771

Description

Production Planner. The Production Planner is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and reporting on long, medium and short-range maintenance division projects.

What you will be responsible for:

• Serve as the primary liaison between customers and AAR Airline Maintenance divisions, ensuring clear communication regarding aircraft maintenance status, requirements, and timelines.
• Coordinate and support aircraft maintenance flow by assigning, monitoring, and updating project milestones throughout the maintenance cycle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain planning templates to standardize workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Track and manage project progress for each aircraft visit, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Prepare and distribute comprehensive maintenance workload packages to ensure technicians have clear, accurate instructions and documentation.
• Forecast inventory needs to maintain optimal stock levels, appropriate inventory mix, and overall program efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams - including maintenance, supply chain, and engineering - to ensure seamless execution of maintenance projects.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support operational objectives.
  

Qualifications

What you will need to be successful in this role:

High School Diploma or GED required; additional education or relevant technical training is a plus.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in standard English.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and maintenance tracking software.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Professional and courteous interpersonal skills to interact with employees across all departments and external customers.
• Previous experience in maintenance planning, data entry, or similar operational support role within the aviation industry preferred.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $19.90 to $25.50 hourly. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Job: Operations

Schedule: Full-time

Overtime Status: Non-exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.