Production Planner II

General Dynamics Corporation; Red Lion (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Red Lion, PA, is seeking a Production Planner II to develop and manage manufacturing schedules, analyze specifications, and ensure coordinated material flow for efficient production. The role requires an Associate's degree and 2–4 years of experience, with proficiency in MS Office.

The position is full-time, on-site in Red Lion, PA, with a safety-sensitive environment and opportunities for professional growth within a leading defense contractor.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 2–4 years' experience OR equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks and duties associated with product manufacture planning, including producing schedules, materials lists, and production plans.
• Helps to analyze production specifications to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and personnel requirements.
• Ensures material flow and production activity are aligned.
• Prepares work orders.
• Recommends schedule changes resulting from material or labor shortages, design changes, or backlogs when necessary.

Skills

Production planning

Analytical thinking

Oral and written communication

Leadership

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Production Planner II

US-PA-Red Lion

Job ID: 2026-37361

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Manufacturing and Production

Red Lion, PA

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
• Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
• Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Performs tasks and duties associated with product manufacture planning, including producing schedules, materials lists, and production plans.
• Helps to analyze production specifications to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and personnel requirements.
• Ensures material flow and production activity are aligned.
• Prepares work orders.
• Recommends schedule changes resulting from material or labor shortages, design changes, or backlogs when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business Administration/ Supply Chain Management
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Analytical thinking skills. Planning skills. Oral and written communication skills. Leadership skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email [e-mail] or call: 727-578-8295. Please note this contact information is for those requesting a reasonable accommodation while applying for a job, because of a covered disability. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

PI288193675

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.