Production Planner/Scheduler II

Elbit America, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid vacation & PTO

Parental leave

Employee referral program

Voluntary benefits

Tricare supplement

Job summary

Twenty-Six Defense is seeking a Production Planner II to manage materials planning for assigned products and cells, sourcing a wide range of equipment and parts, and negotiating purchase orders to meet the Master Schedule. You will monitor WIP, coordinate planned orders, and ensure timely releases while supporting process improvements.

The role requires knowledge of electronic components, experience with production orders, and prior warehouse exposure, with a strong analytical mindset and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing electronic components.
• Experienced in a production order process.
• Experience in a warehouse business environment.
• Analytical aptitude.
• Good inter-personal skills.
• Ability to use software applications as needed.
• 5+ years' experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report aging of Production Orders in WIP.
• Monitor and report shortage quantities affecting WIP and Production Order Release.
• On-time review of Planned Orders due for release.
• On-time release of production orders not held up due to shortages.
• Support daily shortage and other manufacturing coordination meetings.
• Monitor MRP signals for manufactured items and ensure prompt action.
• Participate in Process Improvement activities.
• Action MRP messages including release, reschedule and cancellation.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory control

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Software experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MRP systems

ERP software

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities
Job Summary The Production Planner II will be responsible for all materials planning for assigned products and/or manufacturing cells to meet the guidelines established by the Master Schedule. Purchase a wide variety of nonstandard, specialized and custom equipment and materials requiring knowledge of electronic and/or mechanical product specifications and sources of supply. Negotiate and award purchase orders.
Responsibilities and Tasks

• Monitor and report on aging of Production Orders in WIP.
• Monitor and report shortage quantities affecting WIP and Production Order Release.
• Monitor and report SRU and LRU on time completions.
• On-time review of Planned Orders due for release.
• On-time release of production orders not held up due to shortages.
• Support daily shortage and other manufacturing coordination meetings.
• Monitor second issues of material to WIP.
• Ensure paperwork accuracy of Production Orders prior to release for kitting activity.
• Maintenance of open Production Orders as required.
• Monitor MRP signals for manufactured items and ensure prompt action.
• Support periodic WIP floor audits, including reconciliation.
• Support Warehouse 41 inventory accuracy counts, including reconciliation.
• Participate in Process Improvement activities.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Action all messages generated by MRP, including release of Production Orders, Reschedule and Cancellation.
  • Maintenance of Production Orders, including red-lining.
  • Manually firm-plan Planned Production Orders, as needed, to level load floor capacity.
  • Maintain item ordering and planning data.
  • Send material in kit of piece fashion outside of ESA Fort Worth to support Outside Production Orders.
  • Prioritize receipts of material needed to meet MRP schedules.
• Business Relationships:

• Program Managers.
• Project Managers.
• Master Production Scheduling.
• Engineering Configuration Management.
• Procurement Management and Group.
• Warehouse/Shipping/Receiving Group.
• Manufacturing Directors.
• Information Technology Baan Administrator.

Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience)

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing electronic components.
• Experienced in a production order process.
• Experience in a warehouse business environment.
• Analytical aptitude.
• Good inter-personal skills.
• Ability to use software application as needed.
• 5+ years' experience

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of manufacturing electronic components.
• Experienced in a production order process.
• Experience in a warehouse business environment.
• Analytical aptitude.
• Good inter-personal skills.
• Ability to use software application as needed.

#LI-TS1 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

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.