Manufacturing Planner-Production Planning & Control

Lockheed Martin•Chelmsford, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Production Planning team with Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) in Chelmsford, MA. Our team is responsible for driving inventory optimization, maintaining production system integrity, and ensuring timely delivery of customer requirements. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for coordinating make‑planning activities, optimizing material flow, and supporting cross‑functional teams to meet production schedules. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 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 Why Join Us We are looking for a collaborative, results‑driven professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys solving complex problems. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on our manufacturing operations while working with cutting‑edge technology and a supportive team. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here . Further Information About This Opportunity This position is located in Chelmsford. Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company‑sponsored interim secret clearance is required to start.

Requirements

Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education
2-3+ years of related experience
2+ years in a production operations environment
ERP experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, which requires US citizenship

Nice To Haves

SAP Experience
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Apriso experience
Demonstrated ability to ensure data integrity and consistency
Inventory Control and material handling knowledge, including familiarity with material requirements and Dock/Receiving/Warehouse/Shipping areas

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