Production Planner Scheduler I: MRP & WIP Coordinator

Twenty-Six Defense; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision, & disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

Tricare Supplement

Job summary

Twenty-Six Defense in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Production Planner Scheduler I to analyze MRP outputs and manage production orders and asset movement. You will help ensure timely release, maintenance, and accuracy of orders while supporting coordinated manufacturing operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with program management, procurement, and warehouse teams; requires 0–2 years' experience, a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred), and familiarity with cloud ERP systems.

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.
• Track and communicate material shortages impacting releases.
• Review planned orders for release and ensure timely execution.
• Release production orders as scheduled.
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of production order documentation prior to kitting.
• Maintain ongoing maintenance of open production orders.
• Respond to MRP signals with prompt action.
• Support daily shortage meetings and production coordination.
• Participate in periodic 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.

Skills

MRP knowledge

ERP systems

Inventory management

Production planning

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

APICS CPIM certification preferred

Tools

Cloud-based ERP systems

Job description

Twenty-Six Defense in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Production Planner Scheduler I to analyze MRP outputs and manage production orders and asset movement. You will help ensure timely release, maintenance, and accuracy of orders while supporting coordinated manufacturing operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with program management, procurement, and warehouse teams; requires 0–2 years' experience, a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred), and familiarity with cloud ERP systems.