Planner/Scheduler

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; New Brighton, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in New Brighton, MN, is seeking a Production Planner to support development of production schedules, release manufacturing orders, and monitor shop floor activities.

You will assist capacity planning, manage inventory levels, and collaborate with Engineering to maximize utilization of facilities and equipment. The role requires 5 years of planning experience, strong ERP/MRP skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Planning experience.
• Intermediate experience utilizing MRP and ERP systems, including demonstrated experience using ERP planning and integration concepts.
• PC skills in a Windows environment, proficient with Excel.
• Effective English language written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop production schedules and support MRP rules to maximize production efficiency.
• Assist Master Scheduler with capacity planning by analyzing forecasts, orders, and workforce constraints.
• Release manufacturing orders, monitor schedules and expedite material flow to meet ship dates.
• Schedule incoming raw materials and assist in scheduling outside processes.
• Maintain accuracy of production planning data in the MRP/ERP system and monitor inventory levels.
• Collaborate with Engineering to maximize facility and equipment utilization and identify lean opportunities.
• Assess impact of engineering changes and project management on schedules and implement changes.

Skills

Planning experience

ERP/MRP concepts

Excel

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

IFS MRP system

Job description

New Brighton, MN, United States (On-site)

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Job Info

• Job Identification 118234
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 06/30/2026, 03:34 PM
• Locations 10 Old Highway 8 SW, New Brighton, MN, 55112, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting the development of production schedules, assisting the Master Scheduler with capacity planning, releasing manufacturing orders to the shop floor, monitoring production schedules and expediting the flow of materials and orders through the shop floor, scheduling incoming raw materials and outside processes, updating and monitoring all relevant data and schedules in the MRP / ERP system, assisting in the management of inventory levels, working with Engineering to develop tools and procedures to maximize facility and equipment utilization, identifying continuous improvement opportunities and assessing the impact of engineering change orders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development of production schedules in order to meet planned ship dates, including developing and maintaining Material Requirements Planning (MRP) rules to match strategies of assigned projects so as to maximize production efficiencies.
• Assist the Master Scheduler with capacity planning, including analyzing forecasts, customer orders and past history versus existing workforce, materials and equipment and determine availability and constraints.
• Release manufacturing orders to the shop floor, monitor production schedules and expedite the flow of materials and orders through the shop to ensure ship dates are met, including communicating and facilitating issues.
• Schedule incoming raw materials and assists purchasing in scheduling outside processes.
• Update and monitor all relevant production planning data and production schedules in the MRP / ERP system to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Assist in the management of inventory levels, including monitoring assigned inventory items to ensure both project and division objectives are met.
• Work with Engineering to develop tools and procedures to maximize facility and equipment utilization.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and initiate efforts in order to implement LEAN principles throughout the organization.
• Assess the impact of project management and engineering change orders and execute changes as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of Planning experience.
• Intermediate experience utilizing MRP and ERP systems, including demonstrated experience using ERP planning and integration concepts.
• PC skills in a Windows environment, proficient with Excel.
• Effective English language written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position;
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a precision machine shop environment.
• Experience with manufacturing planning in a project environment.
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 environment.
• LEAN / Six Sigma training and demonstrated application.
• APICS certification.
• Experience in Aerospace or Defense industries
• Experience with IFS MRP system.

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $67k-110k.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Howmet structures business manufactures metallurgically advanced lightweight multi-material solutions that range from titanium mill products to titanium forgings, extrusions and assembled systems for aerospace and defense applications.