Manufacturing Planner Associate

Lockheed Martin•Chelmsford, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be a Manufacturing Planner for our team, responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive production schedule for Chelmsford programs. Chelmsford Operations facility is a leading hub for innovation in microelectronics, supporting critical aerospace and defense programs. Located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, we are dedicated to producing advanced technology solutions that safeguard national security and advance the industry. What You Will Be Doing As a Manufacturing Planner with our Make Planning team, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive production schedule for Chelmsford programs that align with customer requirements, production capacity, and resource availability. You'll join a select group of individuals who are responsible for providing support to numerous Chelmsford programs. You must be a self-starter, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have the ability to lead projects from conception to closure. You will work closely with Production Operations, Engineering, Buy Planning, and Stockroom to ensure that deliveries meet program needs. You will be responsible for coordinating interdepartmental activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, inventory control, traffic, contracts, administration, etc. Why Join Us We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Planner to join our team in Chelmsford, MA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing planning, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are a results-driven professional looking to contribute to the success of our organization, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package and apply now . Further Information About This Opportunity This position is located in Chelmsford, MA. Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position requires an Interim Secret clearance prior to start.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience / combined education
Knowledge of Production Planning & Control principles, processes, and tools
Knowledge and experience in inventory management, scheduling, and production control
Experience with ERP/MRP (such as SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship

Nice To Haves

Experience in an electrical assembly and integration facility
Inventory Control and material handling knowledge, including familiarity with material requirements and Dock/Receiving/Warehouse/Shipping areas
Experience communicating with peers, leadership, and internal customers effectively on multiple platforms (face-to-face, virtually, email, Teams, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work well in both a team environment and alone
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and ability to manage various tasks under time-sensitive constraints
Demonstrated ability to ensure data integrity and consistency
Understanding of MRP and Manufacturing Execution Systems
Working knowledge of SAP and Apriso WM
Ability to understand engineering drawings and parts lists

Responsibilities

Performing Make planning activities associated with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) transactions
Performing one or more multiple manufacturing activities within various manufacturing functions, maintaining production system integrity to drive inventory optimization and minimize cost
Expediting and optimizing material flow through the supply chain to meet customer requirements, coordinating with Supply Chain Stakeholders including Operations Management to determine appropriate time-phased plan for production schedules and executing processes to ensure deliverables are met
Supporting cross-functional planning and management teams, providing daily status updates as required
Analyzing production data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential bottlenecks in the production process
Developing solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation, ensuring solutions are consistent with organization objectives