Sr. Planning Specialist

Daher LLC; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

An aerospace manufacturing firm in Sandpoint seeks a Sr. Planning Specialist to enhance production flow and support planning activities. The candidate will implement engineering changes, support parts availability, and manage day-to-day production scheduling within a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have 3+ years of planning experience, particularly in aerospace supply chains, along with strong analytical and organizational skills. A competitive salary package and various benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a planning-related role.
• 3 years of experience in aircraft manufacturing or aerospace supply chain management preferred.
• Experience with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems required.

Responsibilities

• Implement engineering revisions and issue work authorizations supporting production changes.
• Support and improve parts availability to enhance productivity.
• Review production orders and processing schedules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sr. Planning Specialist page is loaded## Sr. Planning Specialistlocations: Sandpointtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R1505-2026**Job Title**Sr. Planning SpecialistAs an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partnersDaher Kodiak Aircraft is seeking a **Production Planner** to support our Production Control team in coordinating planning activities that meet cost, quality, and schedule objectives. This role is essential to maintaining production flow, ensuring parts availability, implementing configuration and schedule changes, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‐paced manufacturing environment, brings strong organizational and analytical skills, and collaborates effectively across teams to keep production on track.### What You’ll Do* Implement engineering revisions and issue work authorizations supporting production changes.* Support and improve parts availability to enhance productivity and meet mandated TAKT time increases.* Review production orders and processing schedules to evaluate inventory requirements, work procedures, capacity constraints, and time limitations.* Assist in developing performance tracking systems and analyzing key performance indicators to ensure the right parts, in the correct configuration, are available when needed.* Support and work in alignment with the **Master Production Schedule**.* Apply **Lean Manufacturing** principles and continuous improvement practices.* Manage day‐to‐day production scheduling, workflow coordination, and prioritization to support operational goals.### **Required Qualifications*** Minimum **3 years of experience in a planning‐related role**.* **3 years of experience in aircraft manufacturing or aerospace supply chain management** strongly preferred.* Experience with **Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems** required; Vantage experience preferred.* Proficiency in **Microsoft Office Suite**, with a strong emphasis on Excel.* Comfortable working with Windows‐based systems and software.* Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.* Proven verbal and written communication skills.* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross‐functionally.* Ability to maintain a positive, adaptable attitude in a rapidly changing environment.**Information related to the position:**The compensation range is $45,000 to $55,000 base salary plus an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.### Why Join Daher Kodiak AircraftAt Daher Kodiak Aircraft, collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. As a Production Planner, you’ll play a direct role in supporting aircraft production success while working alongside dedicated professionals committed to building safe, high‐quality aircraft.All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.[](blob:https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/3a6a4bb6-7ca3-4f7b-bad6-4ec61b334318)0:00 / 2:04