Specialist - Production Control II

BLUE ORIGIN; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Production Planner to develop and maintain detailed production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery. You will monitor real-time operations, optimize capacity, and collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to keep production flowing smoothly.

The role requires strong analytical skills, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in production control, scheduling, or operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with production planning tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical skills to interpret capacity and production requisition data for decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, high-tempo production setting.
• Willingness to move and track hardware across the production floor and facilities.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows to ensure sequence and lead times align with customer orders and forecasts.
• Monitor production operations in real time and expedite activities that cause delays; adjust schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Analyze plant capacity, production requisition data, and resource availability to determine optimal processes and identify bottlenecks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to align schedules with goals.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute production reports, performance metrics, and status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Provide estimating support for production timelines, resource requirements, and capacity planning.
• Support daily production meetings and tier reviews, driving rapid resolution of schedule risks and shortages.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within production control processes and implement best practices.

Skills

Production planning

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Industrial Eng/Business Ops

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MRP systems

Job description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will plan and prepare manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows to establish the sequence and lead time of each production operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders. You will expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. You will analyze plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes and required resources and prepare production reports.

This role operates in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities shift rapidly and speed of execution is critical.

You’ll join a team that genuinely enjoys working together and takes pride in what it builds. Our culture is collaborative, hands-on, and built on trust. Leaders are present on the floor, ideas are welcomed from every level, and teammates step in to help before being asked. We move fast, celebrate wins together, and treat setbacks as opportunities to learn rather than assign blame. If you thrive on solving real problems alongside people who care deeply about doing great work, you’ll fit right in.

Special Mentions

• This is an onsite role based in Huntsville, Alabama , supporting production floor activities to keep parts flowing.

• Relocation assistance is provided.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows to ensure sequence and lead times align with customer orders and sales forecasts

• Monitor production operations in real time and expedite activities that are causing schedule delays; proactively adjust and communicate schedule changes to meet unforeseen conditions and shifting priorities

• Analyze plant capacity, production requisition data, and resource availability to determine optimal manufacturing processes and identify potential constraints or bottlenecks

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure production plans are achievable and aligned with organizational goals

• Prepare, maintain, and distribute accurate production reports, performance metrics, and status updates to relevant stakeholders and leadership

• Provide estimating support for production timelines, resource requirements, and capacity planning initiatives

• Support daily production meetings and tier reviews, driving rapid resolution of schedule risks and material shortages

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within production control processes and implement best practices to enhance scheduling efficiency, throughput, and on-time delivery performance

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production control, production scheduling, or operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated experience with production planning tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret capacity and production requisition data to support decision-making

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting

• Ability to manage competing priorities and make timely decisions in a dynamic, high-tempo production setting

• Collaborative mindset with a track record of building strong working relationships across teams

• Must be willing to move and track hardware as needed across the production floor and/or facilities

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Experience in high-volume, high-mix, or advanced manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems and processes

• APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) certification or equivalent

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies

• Proven track record of improving throughput, cycle time, or on-time delivery in a fast-paced production environment

• Familiarity with AI and generative AI tools to improve productivity, such as drafting reports, summarizing data, or automating routine scheduling tasks

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present production data and recommendations to cross-functional teams and leadership

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmitive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.