Production Planner Scheduler I

Elbit America, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k)

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee referral program

Voluntary benefits

Tricare supplement

Job summary

Twenty-Six Defense in Roanoke, Virginia seeks a Production Planner Scheduler I to analyze MRP outputs, release production orders, and maintain order accuracy. You will monitor WIP, prioritize materials, and support daily production coordination.

The role requires a high school diploma, with preferred Bachelor's degree and APICS CPIM certification. 0–2 years in warehousing or manufacturing is advantageous; cloud ERP experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• 0-2 years of functional experience in a related role.
• 0-2 years of experience within a relevant industry environment.
• Experience working in a warehouse setting.
• Knowledge of electronic component manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with cloud-based ERP systems in a production-order environment preferred.
• Ability to work with various software applications as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aging production orders in WIP and report findings.
• Track material shortages impacting WIP and release.
• Review planned orders due for release and ensure timely execution.
• Release production orders as scheduled with no pending material shortages.
• Maintain accuracy of production order documentation prior to kitting.
• Perform ongoing maintenance of open production orders.
• Respond to MRP signals for manufactured items.
• Monitor second-issue material movements to WIP.
• Support daily shortage meetings and production coordination.
• Participate in WIP floor audits and reconciliations.
• Support warehouse inventory accuracy counts and reconciliations.
• Prioritize inbound materials based on MRP requirements.
• Prepare and send material kits to support external production orders.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

APICS CPIM certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Planner Scheduler I performs analysis of MRP outputs and required actions related to production orders and asset movement through production. This role ensures timely release, maintenance, and accuracy of production orders and supports coordinated manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Monitor and report on aging production orders in Work in Process (WIP).
• Track and communicate material shortages impacting WIP and production order release.
• Review planned orders due for release and ensure timely execution.
• Release production orders as scheduled, ensuring no pending material shortages.
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of production order documentation prior to kitting.
• Perform ongoing maintenance of open production orders.
• Review and respond to MRP signals for manufactured items, ensuring prompt action.
• Monitor second-issue material movements to WIP.
• Support daily shortage meetings and other production coordination activities.
• Participate in periodic WIP floor audits and reconciliation efforts.
• Support warehouse inventory accuracy counts and associated reconciliations.
• Prioritize inbound materials based on MRP requirements.
• Prepare and send material kits to support external production orders as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Authorities

• Execute all MRP-generated messages, including production order releases, rescheduling, and cancellations.
• Update and maintain production orders, including red-line changes.
• Manually firm planned production orders as needed to balance production capacity.
• Maintain item planning and ordering data

Key Business Relationships

• Program Management
• Project Management
• Master Production Scheduling
• Engineering Configuration Management
• Procurement
• Warehouse, Shipping, and Receiving
• Manufacturing Supervisors

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• 0-2 years of functional experience in a related role.
• 0-2 years of experience within a relevant industry environment.
• Experience working in a warehouse setting.
• Knowledge of electronic component manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with cloud-based ERP systems in a production-order environment preferred.
• Ability to work with various software applications as required.

Travel/Physical Requirements

• Work is usually conducted in an office and warehouse environment

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

Why Roanoke, Virginia

• Lower cost of living
• Family-friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
• Outdoor enthusiast's dream

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Twenty-Six Defense is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

*For Virginia-based positions only* In accordance with Virginia DOL requirements, the listed salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.