Manufacturing Planner I

Knight Aerospace Medical Systems LLC•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Knight Aerospace is looking for a Manufacturing Planner I to join our team in San Antonio, TX. This role will support manufacturing operations by developing and maintaining manufacturing plans, BOMs, job instructions, work orders, and production documentation while collaborating closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain. The Manufacturing Planner is responsible for serving as the bridge between engineering specifications and production execution. These will include translating complex engineering designs into actionable manufacturing instructions. The Manufacturing Planner will represent the Company and its values and will ensure that the expectations of the Company’s customers are exceeded.

Requirements

Written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrate exceptional teamwork and collaboration
Foster a productive and positive work environment
Effectively promote company goals across departments
Ability to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks, opportunities, and process improvements
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
MS Project experience is required
Strong cognitive abilities and attention to detail
Advanced data analysis skills with the ability to collect, analyze, and report information
High school diploma or GED (required)
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to move throughout office, production, and warehouse areas for extended periods as required by job duties.
Ability to perform repetitive computer and desk-related tasks for extended periods.
Ability to reach, bend, and perform routine movements associated with the position.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or higher, or an equivalent certification with relevant experience, is preferred
A background in manufacturing is highly valued
Preferred software knowledge: MS Excel, MS Word, and CETEC ERP

Responsibilities

Create and maintain comprehensive job instructions within the company enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
Develop and maintain operation workflow sequencing of jobs
Develop a detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) with precision and accuracy
Analyzing released BOMs to Production Control for stock verification
Provide updated BOMs to the Purchasing department
Ensure consistency and accuracy of all manufacturing documentation
Collaborate with Production Control to optimize manufacturing operation sequencing and requirements
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure manufacturing operations align with technical drawings