Planning Technician - Structural Fabrication

Maine Tech Hub; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Bath Iron Works Corp General Dynamics in Brunswick, Maine, United States is seeking a Material Planner for the 1st shift at the Structural Fabrication Facility. You will determine executable work, prepare required documentation, and coordinate material needs with manufacturing to ensure timely production.

The role requires reading blueprints, using PC systems, and teamwork to manage multiple tasks. A strong reliability history and adherence to safety are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College degree in technical, business, or management field preferred.
• Graduate of BIW Manufacturing or Design Apprentice programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to manufacturing in determining executable work.
• Provide necessary documentation to accomplish that work.
• Research material and determine material availability; order material as needed.
• Work may involve varying levels of office, shop floor, and outside work.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Oral and written comm

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College degree preferred

BIW Apprentice programs

Tools

MACPAC

JIRA

FLOC

Job description

at Bath Iron Works Corp General Dynamics in Brunswick, Maine, United States

Job Description

Remaining Positions 1

Post End Date 11/18/2026

Category Planning

Salary Grade L7

Shift 1st

The pay for this position ranges from $24.64 - $34.28 per hour based on skills and experience. Positions are for 1st shift at the Structural Fabrication Facility in Brunswick, ME.

Successful candidates will be expected to provide technical assistance to manufacturing in determining executable work, provide necessary documentation to accomplish that work, research material, determine material availability, and order material as needed. Depending on specific assignments, job will consist of varying levels of office, shop floor, and outside work.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

High School Diploma / GED.

College degree in a technical, business, or management related field preferred.

Graduate of BIW Manufacturing or Design Apprentice programs preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, planning and/or design with an understanding of material control and inventory storage practices preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and other technical documents required.
• Competent usage of common PC-based systems (Microsoft Office, etc.) required.
• Knowledge of BIW work management systems (MACPAC, JIRA, FLOC, etc.) preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Satisfactory work history (discipline/attendance)
• Must meet all requirements of the physical task analysis for Material Planner in manufacturing environment.