Senior Production Planning Leader

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Marion (IL); On-site; USD 116,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Marion, IL, seeks a Sr Manager, Production Planning to lead the development and execution of manufacturing schedules. You will coordinate with material, engineering, and operations teams to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource use.

Responsibilities include ERP/APS-driven master scheduling, capacity analysis, and leadership of production planners. This on-site role offers growth within a global defense supplier and requires strong problem

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education/Experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and maintain production schedules to guide activities and resources to meet output and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate materials, inventories, resources, and delivery commitments into schedules.
• Monitor progress and revise schedules in response to changes in materials, designs, or equipment.
• Utilize ERP/APS tools to develop and maintain master schedules.
• Lead and direct staff with HR concurrence on hiring and performance actions.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory management

Production scheduling

Materials management

ERP systems

APS software

Workforce management software

Supplier management

Workflow optimization

Performance metrics

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

APS software

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Marion, IL, seeks a Sr Manager, Production Planning to lead the development and execution of manufacturing schedules. You will coordinate with material, engineering, and operations teams to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource use.

Responsibilities include ERP/APS-driven master scheduling, capacity analysis, and leadership of production planners. This on-site role offers growth within a global defense supplier and requires strong problem