Manufacturing Planner (Level 2) / Orlando, FL

Lockheed Martin•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Planning & Control (PP&C) organization is a critical component of Lockheed Martin's manufacturing operations, responsible for developing and executing plans to produce high‑quality products on time and within budget. As a key enabler of production success, PP&C teams work closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to optimize production schedules, manage resources, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. As the Manufacturing Planner, you will work in the Production, Planning and Control organization as a Scheduler, Make, Buy or Bill of Materials (BOM) Planner. Coordinates with Procurement and Operations Management to determine appropriate time‑phased plan for procured parts. Utilizing MRP reports, follow actions in the supply chain to ensure material is ordered and delivered to meet production, the subsequent process of the supply chain. Coordinates with Manufacturing and Operations Management to determine appropriate lot sizing strategy for make assemblies, analyzes requirements and executes the MRP plan by releasing work orders, ensures implementation of engineering changes to assemblies, and provides timely status to ensure operating schedules are met.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience/combined education
Must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance, therefore must be a U.S. Citizen.
Past experience with Make and Buy Planning, manufacturing and/or Make Planning experience
Demonstrate proficient knowledge of computer systems, databases, and programs
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of lean manufacturing
Knowledge of Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS)
SAP ERP experience
Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work with multiple levels of management, industry, peers, a represented workforce or business.
Inventory Control and material handling knowledge.
Experience with material and Dock/Receiving/Warehouse/Shipping areas
Green belt trained and or certified
Ability to understand engineering drawings and parts lists
APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification
Very good organization and communication skills

Responsibilities

Coordinates with Procurement and Operations Management to determine appropriate time‑phased plan for procured parts.
Utilizing MRP reports, follow actions in the supply chain to ensure material is ordered and delivered to meet production, the subsequent process of the supply chain.
Coordinates with Manufacturing and Operations Management to determine appropriate lot sizing strategy for make assemblies.
Analyzes requirements and executes the MRP plan by releasing work orders.
Ensures implementation of engineering changes to assemblies.
Provides timely status to ensure operating schedules are met.