Manufacturing Planner Sr.

Job Description:

Description: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 Buy Planning team, youll be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive production schedule for Chelmsford programs that align with customer requirements, production capacity, and resource availability. Youll 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 Global Supply Chain (GSC) and Make Planners 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.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing Buy 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 to minimize cost
• Expediting and optimizing material flow through the supply chain to meet customer requirements. Coordinating with Supply Chain Stakeholders including Procurement and Operations Management to determine appropriate time-phased plan for procured parts and executing processes to ensure deliverables meet production schedule requirements
• Supporting cross functional planning and management teams providing daily status updates, as required
• Maintaining MRP parameters including lead times and lot sizes and coordinating with Engineering and Change Board Rep to make the associated changes to the BOM
• Tracking and managing sub-contract POs
• 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 and ensuring solutions are consistent with organization objectives

Why Join Us
Were looking for a highly motivated and organized Manufacturing Planner to join our team. As a key member of our Buy Planning team, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the success of our operations. If youre a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for manufacturing planning, we encourage you to apply.

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 is required to start.
Basic Qualifications:
• Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
• 5+ years in a production operations environment
• Strong knowledge of Production Planning & Control principles, processes, and tools
• Strong working knowledge and experience in inventory management, scheduling, and production control
• Experience with ERP/MRP (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship
Desired Skills:
• 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
• Green Belt trained/certified
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

• 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
• Green Belt trained/certified

Job Ident #: 85271394592

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/