Production Planner

Industrial Automation Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Industrial Automation, Inc. in Seattle, WA seeks an experienced Planner to plan operations, sequencing and routing for fabrication and assembly. You will develop Manufacturing Plans, ensure alignment with drawings, and coordinate with purchasing and shop floor while maintaining strict revision control.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing planning, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset. This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package and an emphasis on

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Manufacturing Planning experience.
• (1–2 years Estimating/Quoting experience a plus).
• Ability to understand engineering documents, schematics and specifications.
• Ability to interpret drawings and read/comprehend work instructions.
• Develop and maintain interdepartmental relationships.
• Work well in a team atmosphere.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with computers and new systems.
• Respect, commitment and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess drawings, specifications, statements of work to develop production plans.
• Develop Manufacturing Plans/Job Travelers detailing materials and processes.
• Analyze drawings and market availability to determine sizes and specs.
• Identify vendors and verify component availability for items.
• Verify outside services required to produce parts.
• Plan sequencing of machining and fabrication with tolerance considerations.
• Update plans for new drawing revisions and maintain revision control.
• Flow contract requirements through the job plan.
• Identify shop aids to support purchasing and shop floor.

Skills

Manufacturing planning

Engineering drawings

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Industrial Automation, Inc., is a locally owned and operatedcompany with over 40 years of experience manufacturingGSE aircraft maintenance tooling and equipment in Seattle. We specialize in custom build products and are looking for an experienced Planner that isdetail oriented andfamiliar with machine manufacturing and assembly to grow our Planning Department.

Position Overview

The Planner position plansoperations, sequencing and routing as needed to complete fabrication and assembly operations, designate outside process requirements, look for and note potential manufacturing obstacles and research hard to find items to aid purchasing. The Planning Department works closely with our other internal departments as needed to produce solid documentation regarding special machining, fabrication and/or assembly processes. This role requires previousexperience in planning, preferably with a sound machining/fabrication/assembly background. Must demonstrate strong people skills, and have extreme attention to detail.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 5:30AM to 2:00PM

Compensation

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour, DOE

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Essential Job Functions

• Assess drawings, specifications, statements of work, and other pertinent documents to develop timely and accurate production plans. Present this information in a readable and useful format.
• Develop complete and accurate manufacturing work instructions (Manufacturing Plan/Job Traveler) to delineate all required materials and components and clearly define the following manufacturing processes as required for a given work order: machining (both milling and turning), fabrication, assembly, and any other finish or out-plant requirements.
• Analyze drawings and standards as well as market availability to determine appropriate raw material sizes, alloy, specifications, and quantity.
• Identify suitable vendors and vendor part numbers for commercial items where appropriate. Validate component availability for potentially unusual or obsolete components.
• Verify and note outside services required per drawing and those services required to produce acceptable parts (i.e. OD Grinding, EDM, Forming, etc.).
• Plan sequence of machining and fabrication, with particular attention to features such as close tolerance holes that should be completed after fabrication.
• Identify where modifications to the work instructions (or other documents) are required to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build sequence. Incorporate changes identified by shop personnel or customer into the Manufacturing Plan and ensure revision control is maintained.
• Ensure all Manufacturing Plans comply with internal quality expectations, customer and regulatory requirements to the best of your knowledge.
• Update current to planning to new drawing revisions.
• Flow contract requirements through the job plan.
• Identify (if applicable) ‘shop aids’, sketches, wire rope drawings, etc. to provide support to purchasing and the shop floor.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of Manufacturing Planning experience. (1 to 2 years Estimating/Quoting experience a plus)
• Ability to understand engineering documents, schematics and specifications.
• Ability to interpret drawings and read/comprehend work instructions.
• Ability to develop and build interdepartmental relationships.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere.
• High School graduation or GED required.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Experience using computers and learning new computer systems.
• Respect and commitment to the job and for coworkers.
• Problem solving abilities.

Industrial Automation, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Candidates must be U.S. Persons in compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). U.S. Persons is defined by 22C.F.R.120.15 including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee.

Industrial Automation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Candidates must be U.S. Persons to ensure Industrial Automation Inc.’s compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee.

Department: Planning

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position