Planning - Production Planning Clerk 1st shift

Chromalloy Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Chromalloy Corporation is seeking a Production Planning Clerk to drive efficient scheduling and coordinate across Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering. You will help keep turbine engine component repair operations on track by managing schedules, tracking work orders, and aligning priorities with capacity.

In this role, you will implement production plans, monitor demand, and communicate risks to ensure on‑time delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand and operational priorities.
• Monitor work orders and help prioritize workflow to support turnaround time and on‑time delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with Operations to align production needs with capacity, labor availability, and material readiness.
• Identify production constraints or potential schedule risks and communicate them to appropriate teams.
• Release, expedite, and track work orders throughout the manufacturing process.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Purchasing to monitor material and component availability.
• Review production data, backlog, and capacity requirements to support scheduling decisions.
• Maintain accurate planning information in ERP/MRP systems.
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate schedule changes to key stakeholders.
• Prepare production planning reports, KPI metrics, and backlog analyses.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, inventory, throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Follow applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including AS9100 standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Production Planning Clerk to help keep work moving efficiently through our turbine engine component repair operations. In this role, you’ll coordinate production schedules, track work orders, monitor priorities, and work across teams to help support customer delivery commitments.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift

1st shift, Monday-Friday 5:30a-2:00p

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand and operational priorities.
• Monitor work orders and help prioritize workflow to support turnaround time and on‑time delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with Operations to align production needs with capacity, labor availability, and material readiness.
• Identify production constraints or potential schedule risks and communicate them to appropriate teams.
• Release, expedite, and track work orders throughout the manufacturing process.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Purchasing to monitor material and component availability.
• Review production data, backlog, and capacity requirements to support scheduling decisions.
• Maintain accurate planning information in ERP/MRP systems.
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate schedule changes to key stakeholders.
• Prepare production planning reports, KPI metrics, and backlog analyses.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, inventory, throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Follow applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including AS9100 standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non‑exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role

Chromalloy participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/