Shared Services Planner

Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO and holiday pay

Company 401(k) plan

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing Inc is hiring a Shared Services Planner for its Chatsworth, CA site. This role is crucial for developing production schedules and optimizing workflow within machining and paint operations. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in production planning and knowledge of ERP systems.

The position includes benefits such as comprehensive medical insurance, a competitive PTO policy, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Compensation is expected to range from $72,000 to $82,000 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing coordination experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment supporting machining or paint operations.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for the Machine Shop and Paint departments.
• Coordinate workflow to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks.
• Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans for operational disruptions.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

We are a fast‑paced business with ambitious growth plans; if you are dedicated, enthusiastic, and always looking for ways to improve, you’ll enjoy a career with us. Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,700 employees across four time zones and ten sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

You will report to the Planning Manager and will work onsite in Chatsworth, CA, as a Shared Services Planner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, 3+ years of production planning, scheduling, manufacturing coordination, or related experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably supporting machining, fabrication, coating, or paint operations.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries preferred.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with capacity planning preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for the Machine Shop and Paint departments.
• Coordinate workflow and capacity planning to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks.
• Prioritize work orders based on customer requirements, production constraints, and business objectives.
• Monitor schedule adherence and proactively adjust plans to address changing priorities or operational disruptions.
• Release and manage work orders in the ERP system.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to ensure material and resource availability.
• Facilitate communication between Machine Shop and Paint teams to maintain smooth production flow.
• Participate in daily production meetings and provide updates on schedule status, risks, and recovery plans.
• Analyze labor, equipment, and facility capacity to support production demands.
• Identify constraints and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Balance workloads across available resources while maintaining quality and delivery objectives.
• Monitor material availability and coordinate with Supply Chain to prevent shortages.
• Track work‑in‑process inventory and ensure timely movement through production stages.
• Support inventory accuracy initiatives and cycle counting activities as needed.
• Analyze trends and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Support standard work development and best practices across planning functions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
• Company 401(k) plan with up to 4% matched contribution
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• Access to mental health champions across our sites
• Commitment to development
• Employee referral program

Compensation Pay Range: $72,000–$82,000 per year, based on experience.

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To meet export control compliance requirements, this position requires a “U.S. Person” (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) as defined by 22. C.F.R. §120.15.