Production Planning Intern

L3Harris Technologies; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in the United States invites applications for a Production Planning Intern in Waco, Texas. You will translate engineering drawings into work instructions, develop build plans and drive procurement and fabrication activities to meet production requirements.

You'll use MRP to manage master schedules, track material availability, update lead times, and coordinate with Manufacturing and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Preferred scheduling or supply chain planning experience.
• Strong analytical and data handling skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing build plans to meet delivery schedules.
• Use MRP to input Master Schedule and track material availability.
• Update lead times and manage floor stock.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality to execute build schedule.
• Provide status updates and performance metrics to program team.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Data analysis

MS Office

Scheduling knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

MRP system

Relational databases

Excel

Office suite

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Production Planning Intern

Job ID: 38493

Job Schedule: 9/80 Regular

Job Location: Waco, TX

Job Description:

Plans, prepares, issues, and controls production demands and directs material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of raw and approved finished goods materials timed to meet production requirements. Converts engineering drawings into work instructions and bills of material driving procurement, shop fabrication, assembly and HDL installation.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and implement manufacturing build plans to meet customer contractual delivery schedules
• Utilize Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) system to input Master Schedule build plans, track material availability, status, kit readiness, release shop orders, and maintain all shop order records and inventory integrity
• Update and maintain make items lead times within MRP system
• Manage floor stock of program components
• Work jointly with Manufacturing and Quality teams to execute build schedule and address any issues in a timely manner
• Work with Materials Planners to proactively manage the schedule and material dock dates to ensure accuracy of plannin
• Provide hardware status, updates and performance statistics to program team based on status of hardware through Manufacturing Execution System

Qualifications:

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or other related field

Preferred Additional Skills:

Knowledge and/or experience in scheduling or supply chain planning preferred.

• Strong computer and analytical skills combined with the ability to manage large amounts of quantitative data
• Proficient in the use Microsoft Office software; working knowledge of relational data bases.
• Knowledge and/or experience with Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or other enterprise planning and scheduling suite
• Ability to actively listen to customer and plant issues, efficiently troubleshoot problems and implement solutions in a timely and customer focused manner
• Demonstrated analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient organization, conflict management, and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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