Production Planner, 2nd Shift

Canopy A&D•Ontario, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hera Technologies is seeking two detail-oriented, execution-focused Production Planners to support daily production planning in an aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Production Planning Manager, the role translates demand signals into actionable schedules and aligns material availability, capacity, and customer delivery commitments. The position supports a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume manufacturing setting and contributes to developing scalable planning processes. The Production Planner develops and maintains schedules, manages work orders, monitors production performance, supports capacity planning, and coordinates with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, and Program Management. The role maintains accurate ERP/MRP planning data, communicates schedule risks and changes, supports planning-process improvements, and drives operational performance against delivery, WIP, past-due-order, and schedule-adherence targets. This is a full-time, 100% on-site position in Ontario, California, on the second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be necessary based on business demands. Travel is not required. The posted base salary range is $75,000–$105,000 per year. Compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Benefits include company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) company match, subject to eligibility; paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays; and discretionary bonuses. Applicants must meet the stated U.S. export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2–5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment; aerospace or defense experience is preferred.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling principles.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and problem-solving capability.
Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Professional working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, industrial equipment, and temperature variations.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, keyboarding, and mouse use; ability to view computer screens for prolonged periods.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via email, and to use a computer to complete assignments.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
Exposure to AS9100 or other regulated manufacturing standards.
Working knowledge of Epicor ERP.
Familiarity with CNC machining, fabrication, or aerospace assemblies.
APICS/CPIM certification or progress toward certification.
Experience supporting production in a growth-stage or startup environment.
Experience with JobBoss, Epicor, Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed production schedules aligned with the master production plan.
Release and manage work orders for machining, fabrication, and assembly operations.
Monitor daily production performance and adjust schedules to address delays, constraints, or priority changes.
Ensure production schedules align with material availability.
Translate customer orders, forecasts, and program requirements into executable work orders.
Identify delivery risks proactively, escalate issues, and support on-time delivery.
Assist in managing delivery dates and updating order statuses in ERP systems.
Analyze work-center loads, support capacity planning, and identify bottlenecks.
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to resolve constraints.
Recommend schedule adjustments to optimize throughput and resource utilization.
Coordinate with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Program Management to maintain schedule alignment.
Coordinate with Purchasing to track material shortages and expedite critical components.
Communicate schedule changes, risks, and recovery plans to internal stakeholders.
Maintain accurate planning data in ERP/MRP systems, including bills of materials, routings, lead times, and order statuses.
Ensure work-order accuracy and timely system updates reflecting real-time production status.
Assist with troubleshooting planning and MRP-related issues.
Support the development and standardization of planning processes and tools.
Contribute to improvements in schedule adherence, planning accuracy, and production flow.
Participate in planning cadences, including daily production meetings and capacity reviews.
Drive performance against operational KPIs, including on-time delivery, WIP levels, past-due orders, and schedule adherence, in alignment with production targets and customer commitments.