Production Plng Partner I

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AL); Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) in Anniston, AL is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Planner to develop production schedules and coordinate department workflows to meet shipping dates.

You will analyze capacity, maintain data in ERP/MRP systems, and support production planning with clerical tasks, inventory management, and order tracking. The role is on-site with opportunities for growth within a robust rewards package and career development.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED with 0–3 years' experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of inventory management and production planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clerical tasks supporting production planning and ensure efficient flow of materials.
• Monitor inventory of parts, components, and raw materials; coordinate ordering, invoicing, and scheduling with vendors.
• Track status of customer orders and production schedules; coordinate with stakeholders to expedite orders and resolve issues.
• Input and maintain production data in ERP, MRP, or other databases.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data Entry

Inventory Management

Production Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

ERP Systems

Inventory Control Software

Job description

Application Details

Requisition ID: 2026-37560

Position Type: Full Time

Position Classification: On-Site

Job Function: Manufacturing

Job Locations: US-AL-Anniston

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.

Job Summary

Plans and prepares manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows to establish sequence and lead time of each production operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders | Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions; includes estimating | Analyzes plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes and required resources; prepares production reports

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
• Work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy
• Works with either close supervision or under clearly defined procedures
• Entry level to a business support career progression
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Assists with clerical tasks that support production planning and ensure the efficient flow of materials required by production schedules.
• Monitors the inventory of parts, components, and raw materials and coordinates ordering, invoicing, and scheduling with vendors.
• Tracks status of customer orders and production schedules to identify issues or delays and coordinates with stakeholders to expedite orders and resolve problems.
• Inputs and maintains production data in ERP, MRP, or other databases.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: High School Diploma/GED required and 0-3 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: Associate's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Detail Oriented. Clerical Skills. Ability to Understand and Follow Directions. Data Entry-Keyboarding. Inventory Management. Problem Solving. Production Control. Production Planning. Production Scheduling. Production Support. Resource Planning. Supplier Management. Order Tracking. Record Keeping. Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) Software. ERP Systems. Inventory Control Software.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

Disclaimer

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.